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Joseph Cornell
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Joseph Cornell
- Untitled (Owl Box)
signed and indistinctly dedicated on labels affixed to the reverse
- mixed media painted box construction
- 9 1/4 by 5 1/2 by 3 3/4 in. 23.5 by 14 by 9.5 cm.
- Executed circa 1946-1948.
Provenance
Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation, New York
C & M Arts, New York
Private Collection, Florida
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 2001
Exhibited
New York, C & M Arts, Joseph Cornell Box Constructions and Collages, January - March 1996, p. 4, illustrated in color
Condition
This work appears in very good and sound condition overall. There is evidence of some wear and faint abrasions to the outer edges of the wood construction. All other surface irregularities appear is consistent with the working method of the artist as there no other apparent condition problems with this work.
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.