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Robert Mapplethorpe Lisa Lyon stamped, titled, dated 1981 , numbered 7/8 and signed by Michael Ward Stout on the reverse gelatin silver print 40.7 by 50.8cm.; 16 by 20in. Condition Colour: The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although the overall tonality is less monochromatic with hints of brown in the original.<br><br>Condition: This work is in very good condition. The overall appearance is more matte and smoother in the original. "In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE." Catalogue Note In 1983 the ICA presented the first major solo exhibition in the UK of the work of the American photographer Robert Mapplethorpe, an exhibition which travelled to Edinburgh, Bristol, Nottingham and Oxford and which established him in the UK. In 1986 Mapplethorpe returned to the ICA, in a collaboration with the theatrical impresario and artist Jan Fabre, The Power of Theatrical Madness. This photograph of Lisa Lyon, which has been donated to the ICA's 60th anniversary auction by The Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation, was part of Mapplethorpe's publication Lady: Lisa Lyon , 1983. The book consists of over a hundred images of the eponymous body builder, and the image seen here was also included in the ICA exhibition of the same year.