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Provenance

Gift of the artist in 1964 Condition This work is in fair condition overall. There is evidence of wear and handling along the edges including paint loss where the paperboard has been nailed to the wooden board and scattered areas of paint loss and flaking on the lateral sides of the work. There are scattered graphite smudges and media accretions throughout the work, likely from the time of execution and inherent to the artist's working method. There are a few scattered light brown drip accretions which also may be from the time of execution. There are minor surface scratches to the Mylar, visible under raking light. The surface has soiled slightly. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed. 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.

Catalog summary

Christo Store Front (Project) signed, titled, dated 1964 and dedicated pour Patricia et Claes Oldenburg oil, acrylic, Mylar, fabric, wire, nails, ink and graphite on cardboard mounted to panel 29 by 22 1/2 in. 73.7 by 57.2 cm. Provenance Gift of the artist in 1964 Condition This work is in fair condition overall. There is evidence of wear and handling along the edges including paint loss where the paperboard has been nailed to the wooden board and scattered areas of paint loss and flaking on the lateral sides of the work. There are scattered graphite smudges and media accretions throughout the work, likely from the time of execution and inherent to the artist's working method. There are a few scattered light brown drip accretions which also may be from the time of execution. There are minor surface scratches to the Mylar, visible under raking light. The surface has soiled slightly. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed. 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.