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Terence Koh
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Terence Koh
- Zhang ZYI Buddha Fly Earth (The Earthly Dragon)
- plaster, clay, wood, enamel, spray paint, paraffin, beeswax, artist's blood and Chanel lipstick
- 155 by 27 by 27 cm.; 61 by 10 5/8 by 10 5/8 in.
- Executed in 2006.
Provenance
Peres Project, Berlin
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Exhibited
New York, Asia Song Society, Terence Koh: Buddha Fly Earth, 2006
Wolverhampton, Initial Access, Time Difference, 2008
Wolverhampton, Initial Access, Time Difference, 2008
Condition
Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is deeper and richer, with the red tending more towards scarlet in the original.
Condition: This work is in very good condition. A few dust fibres have collected in the crevaces of the wax throughout. There are two light unobtrusive rub marks to the left side of the bottom of the base.
"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."