Details

Provenance

Galerie Sfeir-Semler, Hamburg Acquired directly from the above by the present owner

Exhibited

Krefeld, Museum Haus Lange, Yves Klein, Monochrome and Fire , 1961 Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate.<br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. The sponge is now held on a new stand. Upon very close inspection, there is extremely light wear in places throughout with a small number of tiny specks of pigment loss. There is some light surface dirt that has accumulated over time in the crevices. "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 Eponge (SE 253) IKB pigment and synthetic resin on natural sponge 7 by 6 by 6cm.; 2 3/4 by 2 3/8 by 2 3/8 in. Executed in 1961. Provenance Galerie Sfeir-Semler, Hamburg Acquired directly from the above by the present owner Exhibited Krefeld, Museum Haus Lange, Yves Klein, Monochrome and Fire , 1961 Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate.<br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. The sponge is now held on a new stand. Upon very close inspection, there is extremely light wear in places throughout with a small number of tiny specks of pigment loss. There is some light surface dirt that has accumulated over time in the crevices. "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."