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Yves Klein
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Yves Klein
- Petite vénus bleueSculpture-jewel
- stamped with the artist's monogram and numbered 402/500 on the reverse
- Pure pigment and synthetic resin on bronze, presented in its Plexiglas case covered with fold leaves.
- 6 x 8,5 x 7,5 cm; 2 3/8 x 3 3/8 x 2 15/16 in.
- Edited in 2001, this posthumous edition is number 402 from an edition of 500.
Condition
The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue image although the image does not accurately convey the true blue Klein colour.
The gold leaves present signs of natural evolution, mainly along the lower edge where some small losses are visible, inherent to the aging process.
This work is in good condition.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."