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Christo
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Christo
- The Museum of Modern Art-Wrapped (Project for Museum of Modern Art New York)
- signed, titled and dated 1968
- graphite and pastel with printed paper and photograph collage on paper
- 27 3/4 by 21 3/4 in. 70.5 by 55.2 cm.
- Executed in 1968, this work is the original maquette which was used as a prototype for an edition of 100 works published by Landfall Press, Chicago.
Provenance
Struve Gallery, Chicago
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1984
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1984
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The sheet is hinged on the reverse to the backing board. All of the collage elements are well intact. There is pale time staining to the sheet and adhesive tape. Under close inspection, there is a linear abrasion at the center left edge of the sheet, and 2 linear abrasions in the center of the composition. Framed under glass.
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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.