Details

Provenance

Galerie Erhard Klein, Bonn Hirschl & Adler Galleries, New York

Exhibited

Bonn, Galerie Erhard Klein, Multiples, Bücher, Kataloge , April - May 1973 New York, Hirschl & Adler Modern, Joseph Beuys Ideas and Actions , November - December 1988, pp. 60-61, no. 41, illustrated Condition This work is in very good condition. The work exhibits light evidence of aging and handling. Some of the organic material appears loose. All other wear, marks and surface inconsistencies are presumably inherent to the medium and the working method of the artist. This work is offered with a standing glass exhibition vitrine, not created by the artist, which can be used to exhibit the work. 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE. Catalogue Note The result of my research aims to comprehend the human as a spiritual being. A human must learn to elevate himself above his reality; he must create a spiritual vehicle for himself with which he can reach a totally different site in cosmos. - Joseph Beuys

Catalog summary

Joseph Beuys Untitled (Object) signed and dated 1973 wood board with two balls of earth and silver paint 11 by 56 in. 27.9 by 142.2 cm. Provenance Galerie Erhard Klein, Bonn Hirschl & Adler Galleries, New York Exhibited Bonn, Galerie Erhard Klein, Multiples, Bücher, Kataloge , April - May 1973 New York, Hirschl & Adler Modern, Joseph Beuys Ideas and Actions , November - December 1988, pp. 60-61, no. 41, illustrated Condition This work is in very good condition. The work exhibits light evidence of aging and handling. Some of the organic material appears loose. All other wear, marks and surface inconsistencies are presumably inherent to the medium and the working method of the artist. This work is offered with a standing glass exhibition vitrine, not created by the artist, which can be used to exhibit the work. 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE. Catalogue Note The result of my research aims to comprehend the human as a spiritual being. A human must learn to elevate himself above his reality; he must create a spiritual vehicle for himself with which he can reach a totally different site in cosmos. - Joseph Beuys