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Mathías Goeritz (1915-1990)
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Mathías Goeritz
- Magen David (Star of David)
- perforated golden tin sheet on gold painted wood
- 27 5/8 by 27 5/8 in.
- 70 by 70 cm
- Executed circa 1965.
Provenance
Acquired from the artist, Mexico (1975-76)
Sale: Sotheby's, New York, Latin American Art, May 25, 2006, lot 143, illustrated in color
Private Collection, New York
Sale: Sotheby's, New York, Latin American Art, May 25, 2006, lot 143, illustrated in color
Private Collection, New York
Exhibited
San Luís Potosí, Museo Federico Silva Escultura Contemporánea, Mathías Goeritz, September 21, 2012-January 13, 2013, p. 24, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in good condition, taking its age into account. The media layer appears stable. Some minor losses are scattered throughout, and some wear is apparent to the surface of the work. The work is ready to hang.
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.