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Provenance

Gavin Brown's Enterprise, New York Acquired from the above by the present owner in 2011 Condition Colour:<br>The colour in the catalogue illustration is fairly accurate, although the whites tend more towards cream in the original. <br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good and original condition. Very close inspection reveals a few tiny nicks to the extreme edges of the artist's frame. "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 “... Felix takes on a number of roles in Leckey’s work, including as a motif for broadcasting, an avatar for the artist for whom the idea of turning into a cat is something that incites both fear and desire, as well as a reference to the subculture of 'furries' or 'furry fandom'" (Nicholas Forrest, 'Mark Leckey Channels Felix the Cat at Grundy Art Gallery, Blouin ArtInfo, May 2016, online).

Catalog summary

Mark Leckey The Kolossal Kat collage on canvas, in artist’s frame framed: 206.3 by 106.6 cm. 81 1/4 by 42 in. Executed in 2010. Provenance Gavin Brown's Enterprise, New York Acquired from the above by the present owner in 2011 Condition Colour:<br>The colour in the catalogue illustration is fairly accurate, although the whites tend more towards cream in the original. <br><br>Condition:<br>This work is in very good and original condition. Very close inspection reveals a few tiny nicks to the extreme edges of the artist's frame. "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 “... Felix takes on a number of roles in Leckey’s work, including as a motif for broadcasting, an avatar for the artist for whom the idea of turning into a cat is something that incites both fear and desire, as well as a reference to the subculture of 'furries' or 'furry fandom'" (Nicholas Forrest, 'Mark Leckey Channels Felix the Cat at Grundy Art Gallery, Blouin ArtInfo, May 2016, online).