Lot 13
  • 13

Yayoi Kusama

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description

  • Yayoi Kusama
  • An Eye
  • signed and dated 1952; signed in English and Japanese, titled twice, dated 1952 and stamped multiple times in Japanese with the artist's name and title on the reverse 
  • gouache, ink and pastel on paper
  • 10 3/8 by 7 3/8 in. 26.3 by 18.7 cm.

Provenance

Private Collection, New York
Roland Auctions, New York, February 7, 2015, lot 423
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale

Condition

This work is in very good condition overall. The sheet is hinged on the reverse to the backing board. There is some very light wear at the corners of the sheet and a soft undulation to the sheet is evident. Framed under 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.
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.