Giuseppe Penone

Galerie Alice Pauli, Losanna
Ivi acquistato dall'attuale proprietario nel 2005

This work is in very good condition. There is a tiny wearing mark by the external lower right corner. There are three tiny dots of pressure along the lower right edge.
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.

"La pelle è limite, confine, realtà di divisione, il punto estremo in grado di addizionare, sottrarre, dividere, moltiplicare, annullare ciò che ci circonda, il punto estremo in grado di avvolgere fisicamente estensioni enormi, contenuto e contenitore. La mobilità permette all'uomo di contenere una grande quantità di cose con la stessa pelle in momenti diversi e continui, con il contatto, l'impressione, la conoscenza, la scoperta, la presa, la repulsione..."
(Giuseppe Penone, in Rovesciare gli  occhi, Torino, 1977)