Christo The Pont Neuf Wrapped (Project for Paris)

Property from an Important Private Collection Sold to Benefit a Charitable Foundation
Christo
1935 - 2020

The Pont Neuf Wrapped (Project for Paris)
signed and dated 1983 (lower right of upper element)
graphite, pastel, charcoal, wax crayon, fabric, twine, aerial photograph, and architectural survey on paper, in 2 parts
i. 11 by 28 in. (27.9 by 71.1 cm.)
ii. 22 by 28 in. (55.9 by 71.1 cm.)
Executed in 1983.

Condition Report:
This work is in very good condition overall. The collaged elements are secured and intact. All evidence of stray media is in line with the artist's working method and chosen media. Please note, this work has not been examined outside of its Plexiglas frame. Under close inspection and raking light, there are a few minor surface scratches to the Plexiglas frame.

Provenance:
Ann Kendall Richards, Inc., New York

Acquired from the above in November 1983 by the present owner