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Chen Zhen
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Chen Zhen
- The Writing/The Number
- stone, sand, metal, wood, ink, rice paper, cellophane, steel, typewriter and Plexiglas, in 4 parts
- Overall: 47 1/4 by 44 3/4 by 11 1/2 in. 120 by 113.7 by 29.2 cm.
- Executed in 1990.
Provenance
Dany Keller Galerie, Eichelhardt
Acquired from the above by the present owner in September 1991
Acquired from the above by the present owner in September 1991
Exhibited
Rome, Valentina Moncada, Chen Zhen, January - March 1991, p. 40, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The four structural components are separate from one another and structurally stable. There is evidence of wear and handling to the panels, which is consistent with the artist's choice of medium. There is a 1/2 inch surface abrasion to the center panel at the top edge. There is some evidence of corrosion to the typewriter element and some residue to the interior of the vitrine, which is consistent with the artist's working method and choice of 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.