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Rinko Kawauchi (b. 1972)
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Rinko Kawauchi
- Aila, 2004
Nine C-types from the series. Each from the edition of 6. Individually framed. Each with Cohan and Leslie gallery label on reverse of frame, five of the labels signed in ink.
Provenance
Acquired by the present owner from Cohan and Leslie Gallery, New York.
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Literature
Kawauchi, Rinko, Aila, Little More Books, Japan, 2004, pp. 21, 22, 42, 59, 78, 80, 89, 98 & 127.
Condition
Not examined out of frames. Entire print visible in each case.
Prints are in pristine condition.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
From the Turkish word 'aile' meaning 'family', Aila is a series of images, first published in 2004, which celebrate the essence of life. The diversity of nature is captured with images of animals, plants and people depicted at various stages of transition from birth to death. Kawauchi's signature language of pastel colours and patterned light, and her favoured square format image, are used to great effect. The selection offered here conveys the full range of the series' moods, from sombre reflection to celebration.