Details

Provenance

Almine Rech Gallery, Paris Acquired from the above by the present owner Condition Colour: The overall tonality is darker and more matt in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. There is some oxidisation to the hydrant and an area of discolouration to the base which also appears to be caused by oxidisation. There are some further media accretions in isolated places, as well as some surface irregularities which appear to be original. "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

Mark Handforth Weeping Hydrant signed, numbered 2/5 , dated 2008 and stamped with the foundry mark Susse RP bronze 66 by 107 by 70 cm. 26 by 42 1/8 by 27 1/2 in. Executed in 2008, this work is number 2 from an edition of 5. Provenance Almine Rech Gallery, Paris Acquired from the above by the present owner Condition Colour: The overall tonality is darker and more matt in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. There is some oxidisation to the hydrant and an area of discolouration to the base which also appears to be caused by oxidisation. There are some further media accretions in isolated places, as well as some surface irregularities which appear to be original. "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."