Lot 368
  • 368

Christian Holstad

Estimate
3,500 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • Christian Holstad
  • Written Reminders; Volcano and Tombstone; You Are Made Up of That Which Passes Through You; Evils; Songs from an Empty Town Square; POOF; Dissolve (Into the Exit); Shakey Hands [Eight Works]
  • i. signed and dated '04 on the reverse
    ii. signed and dated 2005 on the reverse
    iii. signed, titled and dated 04 on the reverse
    iv. signed and dated Apr 04 on the reverse
    v. signed, titled and dated Apr 04 on the reverse
    vi. signed, titled and dated 04 on the reverse
    vii. signed, titled and dated Apr 04 on the reverse
    viii. signed, titled and dated apr 04 on the reverse
  • graphite on newsprint
  • Smallest: 4 5/8 by 2 1/2 in. 11.7 by 6.4 cm.
  • Largest: 7 by 11 in. 17.8 by 28 cm.

Provenance

Daniel Reich Gallery, New York
Private Collection

Condition

These works are in very good condition overall. Each sheet is respectively hinged on the reverse the backing board at the top corners except for (iii.), which is hinged on all four corners. There are various irregularities noted throughout, including uneven edges, tears to the sheets, minor scattered accretions, surface scratches and undulations to the sheet, all due to the artist's working method. Each framed under Plexiglas.
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.