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DAN GRAHAM | Empty Shoji Screen Pergola / Two-way Mirror Container
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- Dan Graham
- Empty Shoji Screen Pergola / Two-way Mirror Container
- two-way mirror, wood, aluminium and gravel
- 64 by 122 by 86.4 cm. 25 1/2 by 48 by 34 in.
- Executed in 1991, this work is unique.
Provenance
Marian Goodman Gallery, New York
Private Collection (acquired from the above in 1994)
Christie's, London, 25 June 2004, Lot 273
Private Collection, Europe
Thence by descent to the present owner
Private Collection (acquired from the above in 1994)
Christie's, London, 25 June 2004, Lot 273
Private Collection, Europe
Thence by descent to the present owner
Literature
Marianne Brouwer, Ed., Dan Graham, Works, 1965 - 2000, Dusseldorf 2001, p. 295 (text)
Condition
Colour: The colour in the catalogue illustration is fairly accurate, although it fails to fully convey the reflective nature of the mirrored elements. Condition: This work is in very good and original condition. Very close inspection reveals some very faint and superficial scuffs, scratches and media accretions to the two way mirrors and some tiny spots of scuffs and burnishing to the aluminium frame. Extremely close inspection reveals a very fine scratch to the extreme upper edge of the back mirror, which relates to previous construction. Further very close inspection reveals some spots of discoloration and splash accretions to the wooden elements.
"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."