Lot 43
  • 43

Man Ray

Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description

  • Man Ray
  • JEU D'ÉCHEC (CHESS SET)
  • inscrit par Man Ray Man Ray says the invention is his own. The king is a pyramid, the queen is a cone, the bishop is a bottle, the knight is a bone, the rook is a castle, the pawn is not alone. (autour du plateau du jeu),

    signé Man Ray, titré The King, daté 1926-1946 et numéroté 12/12 (sur le roi rouge)
  • 32 pièces d'aluminium anodisé sur un plateau de jeu de bois et de masonite

Provenance

Juliet Man Ray
Jim Rissmuller, Los Angeles
Vente : Sotheby's, New York, 10 juin 1985, lot 17
Acquis lors de cette vente par le propriétaire actuel

Condition

The chess pieces are in reasonable used condition, they show some signs of scuffing from play. Please note that the chess pieces are made of anodised aluminium; some of the red pieces show signs of discoloration and there is evidence of mild discoloration around the base of some of the silver pieces. The chess board is in good used condition, with just a few scattered minor stains resulting from usage.
"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

Selon Juliet, Man Ray et Pablo Picasso auraient joué sur ce jeu d'échec.

inscribed by Man Ray 'Man Ray says the invention is his own. The king is a pyramid, the queen is a cone, the bishop is a bottle, the knight is a bone, the rook is a castle, the pawn is not alone.' (around the board), signed 'Man Ray', titled 'The King', dated '1926-1946' and numbered '12/12' (on the red king), 32 pieces of anodised aluminium on a wooden and masonite board. Executed in 1946.