Lot 324
  • 324

Jannis Kounellis

Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description

  • Jannis Kounellis
  • Untitled (Finestra)
  • signed, dated 1985 and numbered 21/21 on a plaque affixed to the reverse
  • painted wood, hardware and photo-processed glass plates
  • 71 by 24 1/2 by 2 1/4 in. 180.3 by 62.2 by 5.7 cm.

Provenance

Kent Fine Art, New York 
Acquired by the present owner from the above in May 1987

Condition

This work is in very good condition overall. All of the elements are well intact. There is wear and various scattered soft scuffs to the surface. There is light surface soiling in a few areas. There is evidence of scattered paint losses and hairline cracks in the paint, particularly along the vertical rod and knob on the left side. There are hairline surface scratches to the glass plates.
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.