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Provenance

DJT Fine Art, New York Paul Kasmin Gallery, New York Condition Colours: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is brighter and more vibrant in the original work where the left background of the composition tends more towards purple and the right tends more towards blue/green.<br><br>Condition: This work is in very good condition and is securely hinged to the backing board in all four corners. There is very light undulation to the left and right extreme edges and also where the two sheets overlap. There is a tiny crease to the lower right corner of the purple sheet and the lower left corner is lifting very slightly. There are several tiny irregularities to the purple and turquoise backgrounds in the upper left and upper right corners which are original to the work's execution. "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."

Catalog summary

Andy Warhol Kiku stamped by the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts., Inc and numbered TOP 37.042 on the reverse screenprint on paper collage laid down on board 66.5 by 90.5cm.; 26¼ by 35 5/8in. Executed circa 1983, this work is unique. Provenance DJT Fine Art, New York Paul Kasmin Gallery, New York Condition Colours: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is brighter and more vibrant in the original work where the left background of the composition tends more towards purple and the right tends more towards blue/green.<br><br>Condition: This work is in very good condition and is securely hinged to the backing board in all four corners. There is very light undulation to the left and right extreme edges and also where the two sheets overlap. There is a tiny crease to the lower right corner of the purple sheet and the lower left corner is lifting very slightly. There are several tiny irregularities to the purple and turquoise backgrounds in the upper left and upper right corners which are original to the work's execution. "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."