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KUSAMA YAYOI | Hat
Estimate
800,000 - 1,600,000 HKD
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Description
- Yayoi Kusama
- Hat
- acrylic on canvas
- 15.8 by 22.7 cm; 6⅛ by 9 in.
signed in English, titled in Japanese and dated 1991 on the reverse
Provenance
Private Collection
SBI Art Auction, Tokyo, 23 April 2016, lot 19
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
This work is accompanied with an artwork registration card issued by the artist's studio.
SBI Art Auction, Tokyo, 23 April 2016, lot 19
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
This work is accompanied with an artwork registration card issued by the artist's studio.
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. Upon close examination, a pinpoint paint loss is observed, located on the bottom edge approximately 8 cm from the bottom right corner. Evidence of wear in handling is observed on the bottom left corner of the canvas. No evidence of retouching is observed when examined under ultraviolet light. 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. 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."