- 97
Donald Baechler
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Donald Baechler
- Six Fingers
- signed and dated 93; signed, initialed, titled, and dated 1993 twice on the reverse
- ink, gouache, and collage on paper
- 130.8 by 101.6 cm. 51 1/2 by 40 in.
Provenance
Private Collection
Christie's, London, 23 June 2006, Lot 132
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Christie's, London, 23 June 2006, Lot 132
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is lighter in the original and the catalogue illustration fails to convey the three-dimensional nature of the collaged elements.
Condition: This work is in very good condition. The sheet is attached verso to the mount in several places, and undulates slightly. All collaged elements are stable. There are some loose threads to the fabric, which is in keeping with the artist's choice of materials. Close inspection reveals some handling creases and short tears in places to the collaged sheets of paper, particularly to the lower and centre left edge, which are likely to be original.
"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."