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Cildo Meireles (b. 1948)
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description
- Cildo Meireles
- In-Mensa
ed. of 3
- wood, in 8 parts
- 39 1/2 by 71 1/2 by 45 3/4 in.
- 100.3 by 181.6 by 116.2 cm
- Executed in 1982.
Provenance
Cohn-Edelstein Gallery, Rio de Janiero
Acquired from the above by the present owner (1997)
Acquired from the above by the present owner (1997)
Exhibited
London, Tate Modern; Houston, Museum Fine Arts; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Cildo Meireles, October 2008-January 2010
Condition
The surface of the largest table presents some separation of wood on two edges that are parallel from each other. Each of these sides also exhibit some scattered accretions and damage to the wood surface. There is a crack on the top edge and some discoloration on the front left leg of
largest chair. The rest of the parts of this installation appear to be in very good condition overall with some scattered nicks and scratches to the chairs and tables mostly in the flat surfaces where the chairs and tables are stacked
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.