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Provenance

Victoria Miro Gallery, London

Exhibited

London, Victoria Miro Gallery, Idris Khan , 2010, illustrated Condition Colour:<br>This work is in very good condition. The catalogue illustration fails to fully convey the tonal contrasts evident in the original. <br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good 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." Catalogue Note "I was looking at a lot of Agnes Martin and Frank Stella paintings, which use a linear form. Take The Creation piece for example. It has been said that music is one of the ultimate forms of abstraction; so why not make an abstract image out of something that is, perhaps, the highest form of abstraction?" Idris Khan in coversation with Skye Sherwin in: Exhibition Catalogue, London, Victoria Miro, Idris Khan , 2010

Catalog summary

Idris Khan The Creation lightjet print mounted on aluminium 183 by 305cm.; 72 by 120 1/8 in. Executed in 2009, this work is number 1 from an edition of 6 plus 2 artist's proofs. Provenance Victoria Miro Gallery, London Exhibited London, Victoria Miro Gallery, Idris Khan , 2010, illustrated Condition Colour:<br>This work is in very good condition. The catalogue illustration fails to fully convey the tonal contrasts evident in the original. <br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good 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." Catalogue Note "I was looking at a lot of Agnes Martin and Frank Stella paintings, which use a linear form. Take The Creation piece for example. It has been said that music is one of the ultimate forms of abstraction; so why not make an abstract image out of something that is, perhaps, the highest form of abstraction?" Idris Khan in coversation with Skye Sherwin in: Exhibition Catalogue, London, Victoria Miro, Idris Khan , 2010