John Currin
The Old Dancer , 1993 (Executed)
Lot #3 |
2010-03-09 |
Sotheby's, New York
Contemporary Art
Category:
Works on Paper
Estimate:
USD 10,000 - 15,000 (currency of sale)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: N08617
Auction name: Contemporary Art
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: New York
Start date: 2010-03-09
Currency: USD
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 11 7/8 by 8 7/8 in. 30.2 by 22.5 cm.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
30.2
Width In Centimeters:
22.5
Height In Inches:
11.875
Width In Inches:
8.875
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Year notes: Executed in 1993.
Provenance
Saatchi Collection, London
Literature
John Currin, Taka Ishii Gallery, Tokyo, 2002, p. 11, illustrated Condition Not examined out of frame; whole sheet visible. In very good condition. slight rippling to sheet. Upper right corner edge has a few watercolor marks (most likely from artist's studio). Sheet appears to be attached to backing at all four corners on the reverse. Framed behind plexi. 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalog summary
John Currin The Old Dancer ink on paper 11 7/8 by 8 7/8 in. 30.2 by 22.5 cm. Executed in 1993. Provenance Saatchi Collection, London Literature John Currin, Taka Ishii Gallery, Tokyo, 2002, p. 11, illustrated Condition Not examined out of frame; whole sheet visible. In very good condition. slight rippling to sheet. Upper right corner edge has a few watercolor marks (most likely from artist's studio). Sheet appears to be attached to backing at all four corners on the reverse. Framed behind plexi. 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. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.