Day 2: Fine Jewelry with a Collection of Fine Modern & Contemporary Art
Wed, Jul 28, 2021 11:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 504
Christo "Wrapped Box" Sculpture 1966
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $300 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $500,000 | $25,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $50,000 |
| $10,000,000 | $100,000 |
Christo (American/Bulgarian, 1935-2020). Conceptual art sculpture of a cardboard box wrapped in brown paper and twine, titled "Wrapped Box," 1966. Affixed with a Walker Art Center label along the lower front side that reads "Walker Art Center. 1710 Lyndale Avenue South Minneapolis, Minn. 55403. 64/100. Return Requested." and "48 Howard Street New York City, N.Y. 966-4437. Miss Margaret E. Morris 2429 - 3rd Avenue South Minneapolis, Minnesota." Additional label affixed along the upper right front of the package that reads: "Eight Sculptors: The Ambiguous Image. Oct. 22 to Dec. 4." This work was part of an edition of 100 created for the Walker Art Center's 1966 exhibition "Eight Sculptors: The Ambiguous Image." Provenance: Private collection, Minnesota. Height: 8 1/4 in x width: 8 1/2 x depth: 8 3/4 in.
Tear to the brown paper wrapped around the box along one side. Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Please note that the lack of a condition statement does not imply perfect condition. Email condition@revereauctions.com with any condition questions.
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