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Lot 132
  • 132

Christo

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
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Description

  • Christo
  • The Gates, (Project for Central Park, New York City)
  • (i) signed, titled and dated 2000

  • (i)-(ii) pencil, fabric, wax crayon, charcoal, pastel and aerial photograph by Wolfgang Volz on card, in two Plexiglas frames

  • (i) 30.5 by 77.5cm; 12 by 30 1/2 in.
  • (ii) 66.7 by 77.5cm; 26 1/4 by 30 1/2 in.

Provenance

Private Collection, Europe

Condition

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is warmer and richer in the original. The catalogue illustration fails to fully convey the rich collage texture of the work, apparent in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. Under raking light there are some fine hairline scratches and light rub marks scattered in places to the Plexiglas 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."