Lot 72
  • 72

Yayoi Kusama

Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description

  • Yayoi Kusama
  • Untitled (Dress)
  • signed
  • acrylic on handmade dress
  • 29 1/4 by 18 5/8 in. 74.3 by 47.3 cm.
  • Executed circa 1968.

Provenance

Judd Foundation, New York (acquired directly from the artist)
Christie's, New York, 13 September 2006, Lot 185
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner in 2006

Condition

This work is in good condition overall. The handmade dress is painted on both sides. There is some light, scattered surface soiling, more noticeably to the backside of the dress. Upon very close inspection there are several minor areas of hairline tension cracks and some very minor, pinpoint losses to the pigment. There is 1/2 inch gap in center of the dress’ left seam.
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.