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John Cage
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- John Cage
- Fire
- signed, titled, dated '85 and numbered 6
burned and branded paper
- 20 by 11 1/2 in.
- 50.9 by 29.2 cm.
- Executed in 1985, this work is a unique print and is number 6 from an edition of 16.
Provenance
Crown Point Press, Oakland 1985
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1985
Condition
The work is in overall good condition. The edges are deckled. The paper is burned, which is apart of the artists working method.
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.
Catalogue Note
The publisher explains John Cage's process for creating these unique prints: first, Cage set fire to newspapers on the bed of the etching press. He then laid a damp sheet of paper on top of the fire and passed it through the press, thereby smothering the flames against the paper. After the printing process, Cage branded each print with Japanese iron teapots. The choice of teapots and the number and location of the brand marks relates to the I Ching, which Cage frequently used to compose his music, writing and visual art.