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Provenance

Stuart Shave/Modern Art, London Acquired directly from the above by the present owner Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is slightly lighter 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 “The canvases are relics of sorts, but unlike archaeological discoveries they don’t particularly make reference to anything outside of themselves. So for me it’s a kind of imploded, abject reality: there’s no hope, but there are of course traces of actions and making.” The artist in interview with Catherine Wood, Mousse 35 , October - November 2012, p. 107.

Catalog summary

Oscar Murillo Work! signed and dated 12 on the overlap spray paint, tape, dirt and steel gonmets on canvas 157.5 by 181.5cm.; 62 by 71 1/2 in. Provenance Stuart Shave/Modern Art, London Acquired directly from the above by the present owner Condition Colour:<br>The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is slightly lighter 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 “The canvases are relics of sorts, but unlike archaeological discoveries they don’t particularly make reference to anything outside of themselves. So for me it’s a kind of imploded, abject reality: there’s no hope, but there are of course traces of actions and making.” The artist in interview with Catherine Wood, Mousse 35 , October - November 2012, p. 107.