LOT DETAILS

Materials:

coloured paper, coloured marker, felt, pen, pencil, paper board, pins, and other mixed media

Size Notes:

100 by 46 by 43cm., 39¼ by 18 by 17in.

Edition:

The artist would travel far and wide, creating maquettes reflective of the architecture he encountered along the way. In 2000, Kingelez participated in the 12th Biennale of Sydney, a trip which undoubtedly inspired the present lot. DAB (Development Australian Bank) depicts a fictional institution, and is most likely a reference to the African Development Bank (AfDB). Not only does the workâ??s title mirror that of the AfDB, but it is also executed in the institutionâ??s logo colours of green and white. Here, Kingelez is commenting on the long and complex history of foreign aid in Africa. With pronounced waves running down the sides of a painstakingly geometrically decorated rocket-like structure, this work is a perfect example of Kingelezâ??s signature attention to detail and thoughtful construction.

Markings:

signed and dated 2007 (on the base); titled (on the tower and base)

Condition:

The work appears stable. The lettering at the top of the tower is loose, but this appears inherent. There is lifting to the card and paper elements in places with various minor tears, scratches and creases in places. 'B/Braun' element on the base is lifting. Scattered surface marks, yellowing and water stains to the base. There is a dent measuring approximately 10cm. long to the tower across the DAB lettering. General wear consistent with age of work and materials used. Further Enquiries: Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6323 or email [email protected] if you have any questions regarding the present work. The lot is sold in the condition it is in at the time of sale. The condition report is provided to assist you with assessing the condition of the lot and is for guidance only. Any reference to condition in the condition report for the lot does not amount to a full description of condition. The images of the lot form part of the condition report for the lot provided by Sotheby's. Certain images of the lot provided online may not accurately reflect the actual condition of the lot. In particular, the online images may represent colours and shades which are different to the lot's actual colour and shades. The condition report for the lot may make reference to particular imperfections of the lot but you should note that the lot may have other faults not expressly referred to in the condition report for the lot or shown in the online images of the lot. The condition report may not refer to all faults, restoration, alteration or adaptation because Sotheby's is not a professional conservator or restorer but rather the condition report is a statement of opinion genuinely held by Sotheby's. For that reason, Sotheby's condition report is not an alternative to taking your own professional advice regarding the condition of the lot. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE INCLUDED IN THE CATALOGUE.