Lot 60
  • 60

Carlos Cruz-Diez (b. 1923)

Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 USD
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Description

  • Carlos Cruz-Diez
  • Physichromie 130
  • signed, titled and dated Paris 1964 on the reverse
  • painted acrylic elements on wood
  • 23 3/4 by 26 in.
  • 60 by 66 cm

Provenance

Gallerie Gromholt, Oslo
Private Collection, Scandanavia
Thence by descent

Condition

The panel is in very good condition considering its age. The green plastic strips are in good condition with the exception of one strip located on the top far right edge of the panel which displays a 1” horizontal split in the plastic on the top end and a 3/4” loss of plastic near the bottom. Two of the green plastic strips found on the lower section of the panel are warped and no longer rigid. When viewed in raking light all of the strips undulate slightly giving them an inconsistent profile. This inconsistency is characteristic of aged plastic and consistent with the age of the artwork. The painted cardboard background is in very good condition with no significant losses evident. The painted white wooden frame is in very good condition and shows minor signs of wear along the edges. (This condition report has been prepared courtesy of Wilson Conservation, LLC.)
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.