Alighiero Boetti

This work appears to be in generally good overall condition. There are few minor creases by the lower corners and a very minor tear restored and visible only from the back by the upper centre margin.
"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."

Ho fatto eseguire molto spesso i lavori da altre persone, anche se vorrei moltissimo farli io. Mi piacerebbe da matti poter andare in campagna con un foglio di carta bianca e metterci sei mesi a riempirlo. Mi piacerebbe ma non posso. Non ce la faccio, dopo due minuti divento pazzo."
Alighiero Boetti

 

signed, titled and dated 1975 on the reverse, ball point pen on paper