Lot 179
  • 179

Jeff Koons

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description

  • Jeff Koons
  • Dom Pérignon Balloon Venus
  • lacquered polyurethane resin; 1 bottle of Dom Perignon champagne
  • overall: 495 by 450 by 345mm 19 1/2 by 17 3/4 by 13 3/4 in
Lacquered polyurethane resin in two parts, 2013, with the maintenance kit and Dom Pérignon Rosé Vintage 2003, impressed signature on the suede interior lining of the lower part, from the edition of 650 (total edition includes 40 artist's proofs), published by New Art Editions, The Hague, contained in the original custom trunk

Condition

In good condition apart from the occasional inconspicuous and unobtrusive hairline scratch or scuff mark mostly limited to the primary contact points including the base and the arms of the Venus (only visible on close inspection), the left glove of the maintenance kit with a small hole to the middle finger, one flap in the champagne box creased and the other loose.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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