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Kiki Smith
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description
- Kiki Smith
- Untitled (Upper Torso)
- signed and dated 1991 on the reverse; signed and dated 1991 on the underside
- paper mache with graphite, Nepal paper, marbelized paper, cloth, muslin, newspaper and wood
- 16 by 18 by 8 1/4 in. 40.6 by 45.7 by 21 cm.
Provenance
Shoshana Wayne Gallery, Santa Monica
Acquired by the present owner from the above in January 1992
Exhibited
Santa Barbara, University Art Museum, Kiki Smith in Santa Barbara, February - April 1994
Condition
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. All surface inconsistencies appear inherent to the work and to the artist's working method. There are some small tears on the underside of the bust which may also be inherent to the work and the artist's use of medium.
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.