Ed Ruscha
O , 1997 (Executed)
Lot #235 |
2012-10-13 |
Sotheby's, London
L12025
Category:
Books
Estimate:
GBP 10,000 - 15,000 (currency of sale)
USD 15,850 - 23,775 (approx.)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: L12025
Auction name: L12025
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: London
Start date: 2012-10-13
Currency: GBP
Source:
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Books, Manuscripts & Publications
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Dimensions: 20.5 by 13.2 by 3cm.; 8 1/8 by 5 1/4 by 1 1/8 in.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
20.5
Width In Centimeters:
13.2
Depth In Centimeters:
3
Height In Inches:
8.078
Width In Inches:
5.197
Depth In Inches:
1.181
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Year notes: Executed in 1997.
Provenance
Donated by the artist Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate.<br><br>Condition<br>This work is in very good condition. The few tiny irregularities to the book are in keeping with the artist's choice of medium. "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
Ed Ruscha "O" signed and dated 1997 on the inside bleach on cloth-bound book titled "The Populist Revolution" book: 20.5 by 13.2 by 3cm.; 8 1/8 by 5 1/4 by 1 1/8 in. Provenance Donated by the artist Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate.<br><br>Condition<br>This work is in very good condition. The few tiny irregularities to the book are in keeping with the artist's choice of medium. "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."