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J. Seward Johnson Jr.
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- J. Seward Johnson Jr.
- Oh, It's You, Welcome!
- incised with the artist's initials and date Ⓒ 1997 on the heel of the right foot
- painted bronze and glass eyes
- 74 by 35 by 50 in. 188 by 89 by 127 cm.
- Executed in 1997, this work is number 2 from an edition of 8.
Provenance
Sculpture Placement, Ltd., Washington, D.C.
Private Collection
Christie's, New York, September 23, 2005, lot 245
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Private Collection
Christie's, New York, September 23, 2005, lot 245
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Condition
This work is in good and sound condition overall. The surface of the bronze, particularly on the pants of the figure, is variegated and appears mottled. There are scattered dirt accretions and some small spots of loss, which are due to the sculpture previously being installed outdoors. The sculpture sits on a steel base that can be placed underground to stabilize the sculpture. A treatment quote for the work prepared by Wilson Conservation is available upon request with the Contemporary Art Department (212) 606-7257.
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.