Mutprobe (Fliegende Klassenzimmer) [Test of Courage (Flying Classroom)]
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Price Realised USD 32,760
Estimate
USD 15,000 - USD 20,000
Estimates do not reflect the final hammer price and do not include buyer's premium, any applicable taxes or artist's resale right. Please see the Conditions of Sale for full details.
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MARTIN HONERT (b. 1953)
Mutprobe (Fliegende Klassenzimmer) [Test of Courage (Flying Classroom)]
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Condition report
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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
The work is structurally sound and all elements are present. The wooden beams can be separated from one another for de-installation, shipping and storage. The ladder is held into place by brackets. The umbrella detaches from its handle for de-installation. The figure is held in place by a metal rod, and can be detached from the ladder. Minor wear with a few associated losses and scuffs are scattered to the wooden beams and ladder. Possible wear is visible on the bottom of the figure’s shoe.