Robert Mapplethorpe
Wrestler. Two studies, 1989 , 1989 (Executed)
Lot #116 |
2008-05-13 |
Sotheby's, London
Photographs
Category:
Photography
Estimate:
GBP 7,000 - 10,000 (currency of sale)
USD 12,964 - 18,520 (approx.)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: L08430
Auction name: Photographs
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: London
Start date: 2008-05-13
Currency: GBP
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Lot Description
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Genre: Contemporary Photography
Department: Photography & Video
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Edition: 8/10, 4/10
Edition notes: Editioned and numbered respectively '8/10' and '4/10'
Year notes: Executed in 1989.
Literature
Mapplethorpe, R. 1992 p. 286 & p. 289. Guggenheim 2004 pl. 10 (rear view). Condition Excellent condition. "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."
Catalog summary
Robert Mapplethorpe Wrestler. Two studies, 1989 Silver prints, flush-mounted on board, and bearing on the reverse the artist's facsimile signature stamp signed and dated by Michael Ward Stout as executor of the estate. Editioned and numbered respectively '8/10' and '4/10'. Literature Mapplethorpe, R. 1992 p. 286 & p. 289. Guggenheim 2004 pl. 10 (rear view). Condition Excellent condition. "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."