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Zao Wou-ki
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- Zao Wou-Ki
- Untitled
- signed and dated 99
ink on paper
- 59 by 59cm.; 23 1/4 by 23 1/4 in.
- Executed in 1990
Provenance
Président Georges Pompidou & Madame Claude Pompidou, Paris (acquired directly from the artist)
Sale: Sotheby's, Paris, Art Contemporain, 28 May 2009, Lot 152
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Exhibited
Figeac, Salle des "Ecritures", Zao Wou-Ki, Encres 1953-1999, 1999
Condition
Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the paper tone is warmer in the original.
Condition: This work is in very good condition. The sheet appears to be taped to the backing sheet around all four edges, and is held behind a window mount. There are a number of flattened and raised creases throughout the sheet which appear inherent to the artist's working process. Unexamined out of frame.
"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."