Lot 158
- 158
Franz West
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Franz West
- Kotznik
- signed and incised with the edition number 4/10 on the underside
- steel, papier-mâché and acrylic
- 56 by 24 by 12 cm. 22 by 9 1/2 by 4 3/4 in.
- Executed in 2011, this work is a unique variation from a series of 10.
Provenance
Gagosian Gallery, Hong Kong
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Exhibited
Hong Kong, Gagosian Gallery, Sculpture, 2012
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. All surface irregularities including rusting and wear to the steel base appears to be original.
"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
“Never solemn or pompous, West is serious without taking himself seriously. It's as if he has nothing to prove either to himself or to us. […] There is something joyous and slapstick and vulnerable about both him and his art. This is sculpture as silent, physical comedy.”
Adrian Searle
‘Franz West review – his sculptures look like they've wandered in, up to no good’, The Guardian, 19th June 2014, online resource
Adrian Searle
‘Franz West review – his sculptures look like they've wandered in, up to no good’, The Guardian, 19th June 2014, online resource