- 108
Ai Weiwei
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 GBP
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Description
- Ai Weiwei
- Coloured Vases
- industrial paint on neolithic vases (5,000-3,500 B.C.), in five parts
- smallest: 25 by 24 by 24cm.; 9 7/8 by 9 1/2 by 9 1/2 in.; largest: 33 by 24 by 24cm.; 13 by 9 1/2 by 9 1/2 in.
- Executed in 2012.
Provenance
Galerie Urs Meile, Lucerne
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is slightly brighter in the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good and original condition. Close inspection reveals some short, stable and unobtrusive drying cracks in places, which are all inherent to the artist's choice of medium. Extremely close inspection reveals evidence of very light wear to some of the upper rims, due to previous installation.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."