Robert Longo
Untitled , 1978 (Executed)
Lot #403 |
2011-05-11 |
Sotheby's, New York
Contemporary II
Category:
Works on Paper
Estimate:
USD 40,000 - 60,000 (currency of sale)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: N08745
Auction name: Contemporary II
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: New York
Start date: 2011-05-11
Currency: USD
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 30 1/8 by 40 in. 76.5 by 101.6 cm.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
76.5
Width In Centimeters:
101.6
Height In Inches:
30.125
Width In Inches:
39.37
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Year notes: Executed in 1978.
Provenance
Hal Bromm Gallery, New York Christie's, New York, May 4, 1988, lot 188 Acquired by the present owner from the above sale Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The sheet has discolored slightly with age. There are a few pinpoint spot accretions. The edges of the sheet exhibit evidence of light handling and wear. The work is hinged verso along the top edge and framed under Plexiglas. 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
Robert Longo Untitled signed and dated 1978 on the reverse charcoal and colored pencil on paperboard 30 1/8 by 40 in. 76.5 by 101.6 cm. Provenance Hal Bromm Gallery, New York Christie's, New York, May 4, 1988, lot 188 Acquired by the present owner from the above sale Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The sheet has discolored slightly with age. There are a few pinpoint spot accretions. The edges of the sheet exhibit evidence of light handling and wear. The work is hinged verso along the top edge and framed under Plexiglas. 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.