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Christian Boltanski
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Christian Boltanski
- Portrait of Two Boys with Binoculars
- framed black and white photograph, metal box containing black and white photographs, electric lamp and wires
- Overall: 54 1/2 by 23 7/8 by 8 1/2 in. 138.4 by 60.6 by 21.6 cm.
- Framed: 46 by 23 ¾ in. 116.8 by 60.3 cm.
- Executed in 1991.
Provenance
Lisson Gallery, London
Marian Goodman Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above in March 1992
Marian Goodman Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above in March 1992
Condition
This work is good condition overall. The lamp is in sound working order. There is evidence of light wear and handling along the edges of the artist's frame. There is evidence of corrosion to the metal box which is inherent to the medium and the artist's intent. There is a small piece of plastic which has come loose (it is broken) from the clasp of the lamp.
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.