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Provenance

Galerie Lambert Monet, Genève Galleria Il Fauno, Torino Acquis auprès de celle-ci par le propriétaire actuel Condition The colour is fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although it is more vivid in the original.<br><br>The work is in good stable condition. It is taped to the mount on the reverse along the edges. A mark line - visible upon close inspection - runs horizontally along the left edge of the work, where a few cracks are faintly visible. Three paint spots have been restored along the left area of the work. No trace fluoresces under UV light. "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 dry IKB pigment and synthetic resin on paper. Executed in 1959.

Catalog summary

Yves Klein IKB pigment IKB sec et résine synthétique sur papier 21 x 17,5 cm; 8 1/4 x 6 7/8 in. Exécuté en 1959. Provenance Galerie Lambert Monet, Genève Galleria Il Fauno, Torino Acquis auprès de celle-ci par le propriétaire actuel Condition The colour is fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although it is more vivid in the original.<br><br>The work is in good stable condition. It is taped to the mount on the reverse along the edges. A mark line - visible upon close inspection - runs horizontally along the left edge of the work, where a few cracks are faintly visible. Three paint spots have been restored along the left area of the work. No trace fluoresces under UV light. "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 dry IKB pigment and synthetic resin on paper. Executed in 1959.