Dawit Abebe
No.2 Background 3 , 2014 (Painted)
Lot #105 |
2018-03-28 |
Sotheby's, London
Modern & Contemporary African Art
Category:
Mixed Media
Estimate:
GBP 5,000 - 8,000 (currency of sale)
USD 7,076 - 11,322 (approx.)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: L18801
Auction name: Modern & Contemporary African Art
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: London
Start date: 2018-03-28
Currency: GBP
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 159.5 by 130cm.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
159.5
Width In Centimeters:
130
Height In Inches:
62.75
Width In Inches:
51
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Year notes: Painted in 2014.
Provenance
Kristin Hjellegjerde, London, 2014 Acquired from the above by the present owner
Exhibited
London, Saatchi Gallery, Pangaea II: New Art from Africa and Latin America , 2015, cat. no. 3, illustrated in colour in the catalogue p. 13 Condition The canvas is unlined and loosely stretched. Examination under UV light shows no evidence of retouch or repair. Overall this painting appears to be in 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."
Catalog summary
Dawit Abebe No.2 Background 3 signed (lower right) mixed media 159.5 by 130cm., 62¾ by 51in. Painted in 2014 Provenance Kristin Hjellegjerde, London, 2014 Acquired from the above by the present owner Exhibited London, Saatchi Gallery, Pangaea II: New Art from Africa and Latin America , 2015, cat. no. 3, illustrated in colour in the catalogue p. 13 Condition The canvas is unlined and loosely stretched. Examination under UV light shows no evidence of retouch or repair. Overall this painting appears to be in 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."