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Vik Muniz
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Vik Muniz
- Double Elvis (from Pictures of Chocolate)
- cibachrome, in 2 parts
- Framed: 63 by 51 in. 160 by 129.5 cm.
- Executed in 1999, this work is artist's proof number 3 from an editon of 3 plus 3 artist's proofs.
Provenance
Brent Sikkema, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above in January 2000
Acquired by the present owner from the above in January 2000
Exhibited
Paris, Galerie Xippas, Vik Muniz: After Warhol, November 1999 - January 2000, n.p., illustrated in color (another example exhibited)
Literature
James Elkins, Shelley Rice et al., Vik Muniz: Incomplete Works, Rio de Janeiro, 2004, pp. 62 - 63, illustrated in color
Pedro Corrêa do Lago, Vik Muniz: Obra Completa 1987 - 2009, Rio de Janeiro, 2009, pp. 316 - 17, illustrated in color
Pedro Corrêa do Lago, Vik Muniz: Obra Completa 1987 - 2009, Rio de Janeiro, 2009, pp. 316 - 17, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. Under raking light there are no visible surface scratches to the prints. Each framed under Plexiglas. There is some minor wear to the edges of the frame and a few fine scratches on the 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.
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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.