Lot 218
- 218
Yayoi Kusama
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- Yayoi Kusama
- Pumpkin Chess
- each chess piece is stamped with the artist's signature on the underside
- painted porcelain, leather and wood
- Pumpkin: 31 by 50 by 50 in. 78.7 by 127 by 127 cm.
- Largest chess piece: 5 3/4 by 2 by 2 in. 14.6 by 5.1 by 5.1 cm. Smallest chess piece: 2 1/2 by 1 3/4 by 2 in. 6.4 by 4.4 by 5.1 cm.
- Executed in 2003, this work is number 4 from an edition of 7 plus 4 artist's proofs and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
Provenance
Luhring Augustine, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above in January 2005
Acquired by the present owner from the above in January 2005
Condition
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. There is some very minor and unobtrusive wear to the gold crowns on the chess pieces, visible under close inspection. There is evidence of light wear and handling to the leather exterior of the pumpkin, resulting in faint discoloration and some spots where the thread is slightly frayed.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.