Lot 279
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John Chamberlain
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- John Chamberlain
- Tonk #9-84
- signed
- painted steel
- 4 by 24 by 7 in. 10.2 by 61 by 17.8 cm.
- Executed in 1984.
Provenance
Xavier Fourcade, Inc., New York
Private Collection
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Private Collection
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Literature
Julie Sylvester, ed., John Chamberlain: A Catalogue Raisonné of the Sculpture 1954 - 1985, Los Angeles, 1986, cat. no. 781, p. 214, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. There are scattered surface abrasions, bends to the metal and spots of oxidation, which appear inherent to the artist's working method. There is some paint loss on the red element on the right backside of the sculpture.
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.