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CHRISTO | Wrapped Television Set (For Nam June Paik)
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Christo
- Wrapped Television Set (For Nam June Paik)
- signed and dated 1996 on the underside
- polythene, rope and TV set
- 30 by 46 by 27 cm. 11 7/8 by 18 1/8 by 10 5/8 in.
- Executed in 1967-1996.
Provenance
Private Collection
Annely Juda Fine Art, London
Private Collection
Annely Juda Fine Art, London
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 2008
Annely Juda Fine Art, London
Private Collection
Annely Juda Fine Art, London
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 2008
Exhibited
London, Annely Juda Fine Art, Christo and Jeanne-Claude: Black and White, March - April 2000, no. 33, illustrated
Condition
Colour: The colour in the catalogue illustration is fairly accurate, although the tonality of the string is slightly deeper and richer in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. All surface irregularities, scuffs, scratches and fraying are in keeping with the artist's choice of media. There is also some slight discolouration to the glue, which are in keeping with the choice medium. There are some minor signs of ageing to the plastic, which are in keeping with the artist's choice of medium.
"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."
Catalogue Note
The authenticity of this work has kindly been confirmed by the artist.