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Yayoi Kusama
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Yayoi Kusama
- Waves
- signed in Japanese, titled in Japanese and dated 1953 on the reverse
- gouache on paper
- 10 3/8 by 13 in. 26.4 by 33 cm.
Provenance
Private Collection, Tokyo
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There is a slight undulation in the sheet inherent to the artist's working method. There is scattered evidence of drying craquelure. There are a few small losses along the edges and two creases in the sheet, which measure 3 1/2 and 5 1/2 inches respectively. Framed.
*Please note the auction begins at 9:30 am on November 14th.*
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.