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Patrick Hughes

empty city , 1996 (Executed)

Lot #160 | 2010-12-15 | Sotheby's, London
20th Century British Art


Category:

Painting

Estimate:

GBP 12,000 - 18,000 (currency of sale)
USD 18,552 - 27,828 (approx.)

Price Sold:

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Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: L10142
Auction name: 20th Century British Art
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: London
Start date: 2010-12-15
Currency: GBP
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
Dimensions: 84 by 163cm.; 30 by 64in.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters: 84
Width In Centimeters: 163
Height In Inches: 33.071
Width In Inches: 64.173
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Year notes: Executed in 1996.
Provenance
Flowers East, London Condition The construction is sound.<br><br>There is some wear to a few of the raised edges but otherwise the work is in good overall condition.<br><br>Under ultraviolet light there appear to be no signs of retouching. <br><br>Please telephone the department on 020 7293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work. "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
Patrick Hughes empty city signed, titled and dated 1996 on the reverse oil on board and construction 84 by 163cm.; 30 by 64in. Provenance Flowers East, London Condition The construction is sound.<br><br>There is some wear to a few of the raised edges but otherwise the work is in good overall condition.<br><br>Under ultraviolet light there appear to be no signs of retouching. <br><br>Please telephone the department on 020 7293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work. "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."
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