NOBUYOSHI ARAKI | UNTITLED (FROM THE SERIES FLOWERS AND TOKYO SHIJYO), 1998
NOBUYOSHI ARAKI
b.1940
UNTITLED (FROM THE SERIES FLOWERS AND TOKYO SHIJYO), 1998
Group of six prints, three silver and three cibachrome, each pinned individually to mount. Each signed in black ink on the verso. Framed.
Each print 61 x 74.7 cm (23¾ x 29⅜ in.);
frame 123 x 225 cm (48⅜ x 88⅝ in.)
Condition Report:
This beautiful set of prints is in overall very good to excellent condition. Each of the prints are pinned at each corner to the mount, thus the signatures on the verso are just visible. The cibachrome prints have some surface marks, superficial scratches and random finger prints, all only visible in raking light and all typical due to this very delicate medium. The silver prints are in overall excellent condition. The frame has a perspex front.
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.
Provenance:
Private collection, Germany
PhotoArt (Agentur für Kultur und Kommunikation), Hamburg 1990
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NOBUYOSHI ARAKI
b.1940
UNTITLED (FROM THE SERIES FLOWERS AND TOKYO SHIJYO), 1998
Group of six prints, three silver and three cibachrome, each pinned individually to mount. Each signed in black ink on the verso. Framed.
Each print 61 x 74.7 cm (23¾ x 29⅜ in.);
frame 123 x 225 cm (48⅜ x 88⅝ in.)
Condition Report:
This beautiful set of prints is in overall very good to excellent condition. Each of the prints are pinned at each corner to the mount, thus the signatures on the verso are just visible. The cibachrome prints have some surface marks, superficial scratches and random finger prints, all only visible in raking light and all typical due to this very delicate medium. The silver prints are in overall excellent condition. The frame has a perspex front.
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.
Provenance:
Private collection, Germany
PhotoArt (Agentur für Kultur und Kommunikation), Hamburg 1990