Lot 264
  • 264

Sigmar Polke

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • Sigmar Polke
  • Rennende Schere (Running Scissors)
  • stamped with the artist's initials and numbered 14/77 on the reverse
  • sterling silver with cardboard and fabric box
  • scissors: 14 by 8 by 0.5 cm. 5 1/2 by 3 1/8 by 1/8 in.
  • box: 16.5 by 10.1 by 3.8 cm. 6 1/2 by 4 by 1 1/2 in.
  • Executed in 1996, this work is number 14 from an edition of 77, plus 7 artist's proofs.

Provenance

Artax Kunsthandel, Dusseldorf
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 2001

Condition

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate. Condition: This work is in very good condition. There is very minor and pinpoint evidence of tarnishing to the reverse of the sculpture. The artist's box exhibits minor evidence of wear, particularly at the corners.
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