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Günther Uecker
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 GBP
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Description
- Günther Uecker
- Bewegtes Feld
- signed, titled and dated 65 on the reverse
- acrylic and nails on canvas laid down on panel
- 87 by 87cm.
- 34 1/4 by 34 1/4 in.
Provenance
Galerie Onnasch, Berlin
Acquired directly from the above circa 1975
Acquired directly from the above circa 1975
Literature
Exhibition Catalogue, Berlin, Neuer Berliner Kunstverein, Kunstübermittlungsformen vom Tafelbild bis zum Happening, 1977, p. 74
Dieter Honisch, Uecker, Stuttgart 1983, no. 431 (with the title Verwehtes Feuer and incorrect dimensions)
Condition
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate although the illustration fails to convey the three-dimensionality of the projecting nails.
This work is in very good condition. No restoration is apparent under examination with ultra-violet light.
"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."