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Anselm Kiefer
Estimate
250,000 - 350,000 EUR
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Description
- Anselm Kiefer
- Johannisnacht (Midsummer night)
- acrylique, terre, élément naturel et plomb dans cadre en acier de l'artiste
- 240 x 130 cm; 94 1/2 x 51 3/16 in.
- Exécutée en 1987-1991.
Provenance
Barbara Mathes Gallery, New York
Acquis auprès de cette dernière en juin 2006 par la propriétaire actuelle
Acquis auprès de cette dernière en juin 2006 par la propriétaire actuelle
Exhibited
Séoul, Kukje Gallery, Anselm Kiefer, 22 septembre-17 octobre 1995; catalogue, illustré en couleurs
Condition
The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration. The aera around the sun is less red and orange than in the illustration. Also in the lower part of the work, the lead colour tends to grey compared to the catalogue illustration.
The work is mounted on wood panel and framed by the artist.
This work is in excellent condition.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
"Le plomb n'est pas seulement le métal de Saturne. C'est aussi la matière première transformée en or par les opérations de l'alchimiste." (Daniel Arasse, Anselm Kiefer, Editions du Regard, 2001, p.235)