Details

Provenance

The Pace Gallery, New York Gallery Hyundai, Seoul Private Collection, Asia Acquired from the above by the present owner

Exhibited

New York, The Pace Gallery, Fred Wilson, Venice Suite: Sala Longhi and Related Works , March - April 2012 Condition This work is in excellent condition overall. The elements all appear stable and well intact. There is evidence of light dust accumulation to the surface particularly in the crevices. Under close inspection, there are a few scattered minor unobtrusive surface scratches. Under very close inspection, there is a small surface abrasion to the outer edge on the left measuring about ¼ inch and a few minor surface abrasions possibly from the time of execution and consistent with the artist’s working method and choice of medium. 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

Fred Wilson Bat Murano glass 45 by 42 1/2 by 5 1/2 in. 114.3 by 108 by 14 cm. Provenance The Pace Gallery, New York Gallery Hyundai, Seoul Private Collection, Asia Acquired from the above by the present owner Exhibited New York, The Pace Gallery, Fred Wilson, Venice Suite: Sala Longhi and Related Works , March - April 2012 Condition This work is in excellent condition overall. The elements all appear stable and well intact. There is evidence of light dust accumulation to the surface particularly in the crevices. Under close inspection, there are a few scattered minor unobtrusive surface scratches. Under very close inspection, there is a small surface abrasion to the outer edge on the left measuring about ¼ inch and a few minor surface abrasions possibly from the time of execution and consistent with the artist’s working method and choice of medium. 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.