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Vik Muniz
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- Vik Muniz
- Minotaur, after George Frederick Watts (from Pictures of Junk)
- signed and dated 2006 on a label affixed to the reverse of the backing board
- chromogenic print
- 48 1/4 by 40 in. 122.5 by 101.6 cm.
- Executed in 2006, this work is number 3 from an edition of 6 plus 4 artist's proofs.
Provenance
Sikkema Jenkins & Co., New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Literature
Pedro Corrêa do Lago, Vik Muniz: Obra Completa 1987-2009, Rio de Janeiro, 2009, p. 561, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The photograph is mounted to aluminum. There is a minor abrasion to the lower right corner and light wear along the lower edge, not visible in frame. Under raking light there are very faint scattered surface scratches. Framed under Plexiglas.
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.