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Exhibited

Istanbul, Tophane-i Amire, Hayvan (Saim Bugay Anisina) , 2012 Condition Condition: This work is in very good condition. <br><br>Colour: The work when lit up is more similar to the alternative view. The colours in the centre are warmer and glowing yellow around the edges. "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 Nermin Er is a mastermind when it comes to working with paper.  She produces small scale installations by cutting, nipping, attaching and pasting paper in different textures.  Assembling the visual quotes derived from daily life in cinematographic scenes illustrated as silhouettes, Nermin Er's meticulously constructed silhouettes commit themselves to depict bizarre situations which are familiar to viewer's living an urban life.  These works are mainly inspired by animation and cinema and visual strategies of diverse subcultures; interpreting increasingly chaotic contemporary aesthetics through a minimal language.

Catalog summary

Nermin Er Untitled signed, titled and dated 2012 on a label affixed to the reverse paper cut-out and lightbulb in wooden box Exhibited Istanbul, Tophane-i Amire, Hayvan (Saim Bugay Anisina) , 2012 Condition Condition: This work is in very good condition. <br><br>Colour: The work when lit up is more similar to the alternative view. The colours in the centre are warmer and glowing yellow around the edges. "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 Nermin Er is a mastermind when it comes to working with paper.  She produces small scale installations by cutting, nipping, attaching and pasting paper in different textures.  Assembling the visual quotes derived from daily life in cinematographic scenes illustrated as silhouettes, Nermin Er's meticulously constructed silhouettes commit themselves to depict bizarre situations which are familiar to viewer's living an urban life.  These works are mainly inspired by animation and cinema and visual strategies of diverse subcultures; interpreting increasingly chaotic contemporary aesthetics through a minimal language.