- 100
Karel Appel
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Tête
- signed and numbered 12/50 on the base
- painted and glazed ceramic
- 21 1/4 by 11 5/8 by 8 1/4 in.
- 54 by 29.5 by 21 cm
- Published in 1976, this work is number 12 from an edition of 50.
Provenance
Private Collection, New York
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There is crazing on the reverse of the head in the white area. There is a scratch to the black base, which is approximately 3/4 in. (1.9 cm) long. There are some other fairly minor cracks to the surface, which may be inherent. There are a few minor, scattered accretions, mainly on the top of the sculpture, in the green area, some of which may be inherent. There is also surface dust, particularly in the crevices. There is wear to the back left corner of the black 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.
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.