$8,610
Shusaku Arakawa (Japanese/American, 1936-2010) Untitled, from the series Bottomless Signed and dated "S. ARAKAWA/1964" l.r., titled on a label from Harcus Krakow Gallery, Boston, affixed to the frame backing. Mixed media including pencil, ink, and watercolor on paper, sight size 28 x 22 1/4 in. (71.1 x 56.5 cm), framed. Condition: Gentle rippling, not examined out of frame. Provenance: A gift from the artist to the current private Massachusetts collection in 1964. Estimate $6,000-8,000 Framed dimensions: 35 3/4 x 29 1/2 in. Sheet measures 28 3/4 x 22 3/4 in. Hinged in two places along the top edge of the reverse. Acid burn along the edges of the sheet, especially at center right and at upper right corner. The acid burn is also visible on the reverse. Vertical stain to top edge on left, measuring 1/2 inch. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-01-26
