Details

Provenance

Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner

Exhibited

Wuppertal, Von der Heydt-Museum, Joseph Beuys: Objekte und Zeichnungen aus der Sammlung van der Grinten, 1971, no. 44 Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate.<br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. There is inherent light wear and time staining to the cardboard box. The adhesive has slightly come away from the box but the central object remains secure. "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

Joseph Beuys Handgranade oil on paper with string in a cardboard box 15 by 9 by 5cm.; 5 7/8 by 3 1/2 by 1 7/8 in. Executed circa 1970. Provenance Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner Exhibited Wuppertal, Von der Heydt-Museum, Joseph Beuys: Objekte und Zeichnungen aus der Sammlung van der Grinten, 1971, no. 44 Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate.<br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good condition. There is inherent light wear and time staining to the cardboard box. The adhesive has slightly come away from the box but the central object remains secure. "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."