- 142
Sol LeWitt
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Sol Lewitt
- 9 Pyramids on a 9-Part Grid
- signed and numbered 4/15 on the underside of the base
- painted cast polyurethane resin on Formica base
- 13 1/8 by 29 by 29 in. 33.3 by 73.7 by 73.7 cm.
- Executed in 1991, this work is number 4 from an edition of 15 plus 6 artist's proofs, published by Tanglewood Press, Inc., Rosa Esman Gallery, New York.
Provenance
Rosa Esman Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1991
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1991
Literature
Exh. Cat., San Francisco, Museum of Modern Art (and traveling), Sol LeWitt: a Retrospective, 2000, pl. 257, pp. 273 (illustrated) & 411
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The 9 pyramidal elements are screwed to the base. Several of the elements exhibit fine cracking to the pigment, with a few areas of subtle lifting. There is some minor yellowing noted to the white pigment, due to age. The Plexiglas cover exhibits light wear and scratching to the surface.
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.