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MURAKAMI TAKASHI | Untitled (Skull Painting)
Estimate
1,200,000 - 2,400,000 HKD
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Description
- Takashi Murakami
- Untitled (Skull Painting)
- platinum leaf on canvas
- 141 by 120 cm; 55½ by 47¼ in.
signed in English and dated 2016 on the reverse
Provenance
Perrotin, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
This work is in good condition. There are gentle creases and hairline scratches to the surface overall. Close inspection reveals thin platinum leaf losses along the patterns of skulls, thus causing minor flaking, all inherent to the original choice of medium. There are minor surface irregularities to the upper left and right corners. No evidence of restoration when examined under ultraviolet light.
"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
Super flatness is an original concept of the Japanese, who have been completely Westernised. - Murakami Takashi