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Francis Alÿs
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Francis Alÿs
- Untitled (Two Dogs)
- i. signed and dated 1999-2004 on the reverse
ii. signed and dated 1999-2005 on the reverse - i. oil and encaustic on canvas over panel
ii. oil, graphite and adhesive tape on mylar collage - i. 8 3/4 by 11 1/8 in. 22.2 by 28.3 cm. ii. 13 3/8 by 15 1/4 in. 34 by 38.7 cm.
Provenance
David Zwirner Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 2010
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 2010
Condition
i. This work is in very good condition overall. The canvas is unlined. There is very light wear at the corners and turning edges of the canvas. Unframed.
ii. This work is in very good condition overall. The collaged sheets are intact with the exception of adhesive lifting in the lower right quadrant. There is evidence of time staining to the adhesive elements and a soft undulation to the sheets. 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.
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.