Lot 544
- 544
YAYOI KUSAMA | Self-obliteration of Pumpkins
Estimate
1,000,000 - 2,000,000 HKD
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Description
- Yayoi Kusama
- Self-obliteration of Pumpkins
- mixed media
- 32.7 (H) by 19.5 by 14.5 cm. 12⅞ (H) by 7⅝ by 5⅝ in.
signed in English, titled in Japanese and dated 1991 on the underside
Provenance
Private Collection, Japan
Acquired from the above by the present owner Executed in 1991, this work is accompanied by a registration card issued by YAYOI KUSAMA Inc.
Acquired from the above by the present owner Executed in 1991, this work is accompanied by a registration card issued by YAYOI KUSAMA Inc.
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. Minor gentle abrasions are visible along the edges and one small area to the top. Pinpoint paint loss is evident on the bottom left edge, only visible on close inspection. There is slight discolouration to the bases of the pumpkins.
"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
Polka dots can't stay alone. When we obliterate nature and our bodies with polka dots, we become part of the unity of our environments. - Yayoi Kusama