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Martin Kippenberger
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- Martin Kippenberger
- Kippenblinky
- resin, smoking pipes, matches, cigarette butts, wood, electrical wiring and glass
- 69 1/4 by 16 by 16 in. 175.9 by 40.6 by 40.6 cm.
- Executed in 1991, this work is a unique variant from a series of 9 works.
Provenance
Skarstedt Gallery, New York
Exhibited
Braunschweig, Kunstverein Braunschweig, Martin Kippenberger: Multiples, February - May 2003, cat. no. 64, pp. 19 and 108, illustrated in color
Los Angeles, Museum of Contemporary Art, Martin Kippenberger: The Problem Perspective, September 2008 - January 2009, n.p., illustrated in color (another example exhibited)
Los Angeles, Museum of Contemporary Art, Martin Kippenberger: The Problem Perspective, September 2008 - January 2009, n.p., illustrated in color (another example exhibited)
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The electrical elements are in good working order and are fitted for a European outlet. There are light scattered scratches to the base. The resin appears to have darkened slightly with time.
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.