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Katsura Funakoshi
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- Katsura Funakoshi
- Schwarzer Berg
- painted camphor wood and marble
- 35 1/2 by 24 by 10 in. 90.2 by 61 by 25.4 cm.
- Executed in 1994.
Provenance
André Emmerich Gallery Inc., New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above in November 1994
Exhibited
New York, André Emmerich Gallery, Katsura Funakoshi: New Sculpture, November 1994 – January 1995
Condition
This work is in very good condition. There is a fine repaired crack at the back of the neck, presumably by the hand of the artist. There is a fine 3 in. abrasion 5 inches from the bottom at the extreme left side of the sculpture. There is a fine 2 ½ in. abrasion 6 ¼ inches from the bottom and 10 inches from the left edge. The inconsistencies in the paint application are inherent to the artist's working method and intent.
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.
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.