Details

Provenance

Galerie Iris Clert, Paris (acquired directly from the artist) Svensk-Franska Konstgalleriet, Stockholm Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 1963

Exhibited

Stockholm, Svensk-Franska Konstgalleriet, Yves Klein , 1963, no. 9

Literature

Paul Wember, Yves Klein , Cologne 1969, p. 74, no. IKB 149 Condition Colours: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is brighter and more vibrant in the original.<br><br>Condition: This work is in very good condition. There is minute wear to all four corner tips. There is minute cracking to the top centre turnover edge beyong the picture space and two minute specks of paint loss along the bottom extreme edge, all visible only upon very close inspection. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultra-violet light. "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

Yves Klein IKB 149 signed and dated 59 on the reverse dry blue pigment on paper 21.5 by 18cm.; 8 1/2 by 7 1/8 in. Provenance Galerie Iris Clert, Paris (acquired directly from the artist) Svensk-Franska Konstgalleriet, Stockholm Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 1963 Exhibited Stockholm, Svensk-Franska Konstgalleriet, Yves Klein , 1963, no. 9 Literature Paul Wember, Yves Klein , Cologne 1969, p. 74, no. IKB 149 Condition Colours: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is brighter and more vibrant in the original.<br><br>Condition: This work is in very good condition. There is minute wear to all four corner tips. There is minute cracking to the top centre turnover edge beyong the picture space and two minute specks of paint loss along the bottom extreme edge, all visible only upon very close inspection. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultra-violet light. "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."