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Provenance

Vente: Villa Grisebach, Berlin, 30 mai 2003, lot 76 Acquis lors de cette vente par le propriétaire actuel Condition The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although the colours are really fresh and vivid in the original.<br><br>The work is in a plexiglas box and in excellent condition. On the four edges of the cardboard sheet, traces of wear and surface scratches are visible, although they look inherent to the artist's working process. "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." Catalogue Note signed, dated and titled; charcoal, enamel paint, wrapping paper, fabric, plastic, cardboard. Executed in 1964.

Catalog summary

Christo Store Front Project signé, daté et titré fusain, peinture émail, papier d'emballage, tissu, plastique, carton 108,5 x 81 cm; 42 3/4 x 31 7/8 in. Exécuté en 1964. Provenance Vente: Villa Grisebach, Berlin, 30 mai 2003, lot 76 Acquis lors de cette vente par le propriétaire actuel Condition The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although the colours are really fresh and vivid in the original.<br><br>The work is in a plexiglas box and in excellent condition. On the four edges of the cardboard sheet, traces of wear and surface scratches are visible, although they look inherent to the artist's working process. "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." Catalogue Note signed, dated and titled; charcoal, enamel paint, wrapping paper, fabric, plastic, cardboard. Executed in 1964.