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Yves Klein
Estimate
200,000 - 250,000 HKD
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Description
- Yves Klein
- La Terre Bleue
- with artist's monogram and numbered 115/300 on a label affixed to the base
Conceived in 1957, cast in 1990. - IKB pigment and synthetic resin on plaster
This work is from an edition of 300 + 50 HC, cast by Jean-Paul Ledeur, Paris, edited by Galerie Bonnier, Geneva.
Provenance
Galerie Bonnier, Geneva
Galerie Saqqarah, Gstaad
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Galerie Saqqarah, Gstaad
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Jean-Paul Ledeur, Yves Klein, Catalogue raisonné des éditions et sculptures éditées, 2000, no. RP7, p.242, another example illustrated in colour
Condition
This work is generally in good condition. The globe can rotate, and the pigment is bright and intact. Please note that this work is affixed to a Plexiglas display box.
"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."