Lot 265
  • 265

Christo

Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 USD
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Description

  • Christo
  • Surrounded Islands, Project for Biscayne Bay, Greater Miami, Florida
  • i. signed, dated 1983 and numbered 17A on the reverse
    ii. signed, titled and dated 1983; signed, dated 1983 and numbered 17B on the reverse
  • i. acrylic, pastel, graphite, wax crayon and glue on paper mounted to masonite in Plexiglas box
    ii. acrylic, printed paper, pastel, fabric and glue on paper mounted to masonite in Plexiglas box
  • i. 65 1/2 by 42 5/8 in. 166.4 by 108.3 cm.
  • ii. 65 1/2 by 15 1/2 in. 166.4 by 39.4 cm.

Provenance

Acquired directly from the artist in 2007

Condition

This work is in very good condition overall. The colors are bright, fresh and clean. All of the collaged elements appear secure. The paper on the right panel has discolored slightly with age. Under very close inspection there is a small tear visible on one of the collaged elements in the right panel, 25¾ inches from the upper edge and 4¼ inches from the left edge, and a faint drip accretion in the center of the right panel, 10 inches from the upper edge. There is slight undulation visible in the pink fabric towards the bottom of the right panel, inherent to the artist's working method.
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.