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Nam June Paik
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description
- Nam June Paik
- Arcturus
- aluminium, 6 Sony 8' Trinitrons, 1 Sony laser disk player, 1 original Paik laser disc, painted hubcap and mixed media
- 86 by 48cm.; 33 7/8 by 18 7/8 in.
- Executed in 1990.
Provenance
Carl Solway, Los Angeles
Private Collection, Switzerland
Exhibited
St. Gallen, Hauser & Wirth Collection, The House of Fiction, 2002, p. 56, no. 127, illustrated in colour
Condition
Colours:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is brighter and more vibrant in the original, with the green tending more towards a bright apple green.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition and in full working order. There is a diagonal rub mark to the top right of the central metal base. There are a few further rub marks in places along the metal frame, visible upon close inspection.
"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."