- 114
Christo
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Christo
- Wrapped Reichstag (Project for Der Deutsche Reichstag - Berlin)
- (i) signed, titled and dated 1979
- collage, pencil, fabric, wax crayon, graphite, pastel, thread and map on board, in two plexiglas frames
- (i) 28 by 71cm.; 11 by 28in.
- (ii) 56 by 71cm.; 22 by 28in.
Provenance
Flach International Art, Stockholm
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Condition
Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the paper tone of the top section is warmer in the original. The catalogue illustration fails to convey the raised collaged elements of the work.
Condition: This work is in very good condition.
(ii) There are a few faint and unobtrusive rub marks to the surface of plexilas. The right edge of the sheet undulates slightly.
"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
The authenticity of this work has kindly been confirmed by Christo and Jeanne-Claude