Joseph Beuys
Celtic +~~~~~~~~ (Schellmann 37) , 1971 (Published)
Lot #202 |
2012-11-20 |
Sotheby's, New York
Prints
Category:
Mixed Media
Estimate:
USD 8,000 - 12,000 (currency of sale)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: N08896
Auction name: Prints
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: New York
Start date: 2012-11-20
Currency: USD
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Lot Description
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Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Other
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Dimensions: overall 530 by 428 by 110 mm 29 7/8 by 16 7/8 by 4 1/4 in Multiple, comprising Super 8 film, 10 photographs and a bottle of gelatin, contained in a linen-covered box
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
53
Width In Centimeters:
42.8
Depth In Centimeters:
11
Height In Inches:
20.866
Width In Inches:
16.929
Depth In Inches:
4.331
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Edition: 50/100
Edition notes: Number 50 from an edition of 100
Year notes: Published in 1971.
Catalog summary
Joseph Beuys Celtic +~~~~~~~~ (Schellmann 37) photographs, Super 8 film, glass, beeswax, gelatin overall 530 by 428 by 110 mm 29 7/8 by 16 7/8 by 4 1/4 in Multiple, comprising Super 8 film, 10 photographs and a bottle of gelatin, contained in a linen-covered box, 1971, signed in pencil and numbered 50/100, published by Edition Schellmann, Munich Condition The multiple is in good condition overall. There are several small stains in the cloth surrounding the glass bottle. The photographs are printed to the edges, the full sheets, and are slightly attenuated due to age, the sheet edges are curling up, the corners slightly worn. The linen cloth on one side of the box is fraying very slightly. 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.