- 586
Kenny Scharf
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Kenny Scharf
- The Big Bong Theory
signed, titled and dated 87 on the reverse
- oil, acrylic and spraypaint on canvas, in artist's frame
- 89 1/4 by 89 in. 226.7 by 226 cm.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Exhibited
New York, Tony Shafrazi Gallery, Kenny Scharf, September - October 1987, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in very good condition. There is a minor diagonal abrasion at the upper right corner. There is a horizontal faint surface abrasion 14 inches from the bottom edge and 29 from the left edge. Framed in the artist's original frame.
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In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
I am interested in making art to be experienced and explored by as many individuals as possible with as many different individual ideas about the given piece with no final meaning attached.
Keith Haring