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Thomas Houseago
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Thomas Houseago
- Machine I
- Tuf-Cal, hemp, iron rebar, wood, charcoal, graphite and plywood
- 79 by 39 1/2 by 21 1/2 in. 200.6 by 100.3 by 54.6 cm.
- Executed in 2009.
Provenance
Private Collection (acquired directly from the artist)
Exhibited
Marfa, Ballroom Marfa, TWO FACE: Aaron Curry and Thomas Houseago, September - December 2009
Condition
This work is in very good and sound condition. All elements are stable. The surface texture, irregularities and smudges are inherent to the artist’s working method. There is evidence of wear and a few losses to the wooden base, likely inherent to the artist’s chosen medium.
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.