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MARKUS LÜPERTZ | Der Architekt oder der Geist des Mannes, der vom Empire State Building sprang
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Markus Lüpertz
- Der Architekt oder der Geist des Mannes, der vom Empire State Building sprang
- signed with the artist's initials
- patinated bronze
- 53 x 22 x 23 cm; 20 7/8 x 8 5/8 x 9 in.
- Executed in 1985, this work is from an edition of 6.
Provenance
Galerie Artcurial, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1991
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1991
Exhibited
Paris, Artcurial Centre d'Art Plastique Contemporain, Berlin: Paris Bar, October - November 1991; catalogue, p. 84, illustrated
Condition
The colours are fairly accurate in the printed catalogue illustration although the overall tonality is more saturated in the original work. All surface irregularities are likely to be in keeping with the artist working process. The work is in very good original condition.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."