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MARK DION | Babel
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Mark Dion
- Babel
- ii. signed, titled and dated 2001
- i. & iii. TVs, computers, VCR, tape players, radios, keyboards and megaphonesii. colored pencil on paper
- sculpture: 144 by 36 by 30 in. 365.8 by 91.4 by 76.2 cm.
- drawing: 14 by 11 in. 35.6 by 27.9 cm.
- Executed in 2001-2002.
Provenance
American Fine Arts, Co./Colin de Land, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Sculpture: This work is in very good condition overall. There is a light layer of dust throughout all elements. The metal structure itself shows signs of wear with scattered discoloration and faint evidence of rusting. The TVs, computers, VCR, tape players, radios, keyboards and megaphones all show signs of wear, handling, and age, which is fundamentally inherent to the artist's intention and design for this work. Drawing: This work is in good condition overall. The sheet is hinged on the reverse to the reverse of the mat board in all four corners. There is evidence of slight staining in the lower right quadrant and faint marks on the right side of the sheet. Framed under glass.
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.
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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.