Robert Mapplethorpe
Flowers , 1984 (Executed)
Lot #253 |
2008-05-27 |
Sotheby's, Milan
Modern & Contemporary Art
Category:
Photography
Estimate:
EUR 4,000 - 6,000 (currency of sale)
USD 5,892 - 8,838 (approx.)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: MI0291
Auction name: Modern & Contemporary Art
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: Milan
Start date: 2008-05-27
Currency: EUR
Source:
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Photography
Department: Photography & Video
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Dimensions: cm 55x45 (immagine); cm 79,5x63 (foglio)
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
55
Width In Centimeters:
45
Height In Inches:
21.654
Width In Inches:
17.717
Height In Centimeters:
79.5
Width In Centimeters:
63
Height In Inches:
31.299
Width In Inches:
24.803
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Edition: 7/40
Edition notes: Number 7 from an edition of 40
Year notes: Executed in 1984.
Provenance
Galleria Scognamiglio e Teano, Napoli Condition This work appears to be in generally good overall condition. There are some traces of soiling along the upper margin. There is a light abrasion trace by the lower left corner and slight traces of wearing along the upper margin toward the centre. "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
Robert Mapplethorpe Flowers firmato e numerato 7/40 fotoincisione su carta cm 55x45 (immagine); cm 79,5x63 (foglio) Eseguito nel 1984 Provenance Galleria Scognamiglio e Teano, Napoli Condition This work appears to be in generally good overall condition. There are some traces of soiling along the upper margin. There is a light abrasion trace by the lower left corner and slight traces of wearing along the upper margin toward the centre. "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."