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Provenance

Galerie Hans Meyer, Dusseldorf Private Collection, Cologne Sale: Van Ham Kunstauktionen, Cologne, Moderne und Zeitgenössische Kunst , 9 June 2005, Lot 456 Acquired directly from the above by the present owner Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate. The catalogue illustration fails to convey fully the reflective quality of the metal and three dimensionality of the relief in the original. <br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. On extremely close inspection there are a few minute pinprick-sized specs of discolouration in a few places around the extreme edges of the relief. "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

Heinz Mack Lichtpyramide signed, titled and dated 64 on the reverse aluminium relief on wood 47.8 by 67.9 by 3.7cm.; 18 7/8 by 26 3/4 by 1 3/8 in. Provenance Galerie Hans Meyer, Dusseldorf Private Collection, Cologne Sale: Van Ham Kunstauktionen, Cologne, Moderne und Zeitgenössische Kunst , 9 June 2005, Lot 456 Acquired directly from the above by the present owner Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate. The catalogue illustration fails to convey fully the reflective quality of the metal and three dimensionality of the relief in the original. <br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. On extremely close inspection there are a few minute pinprick-sized specs of discolouration in a few places around the extreme edges of the relief. "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."