Robert Longo
Study for Caddy , 2007 (Executed)
Lot #534 |
2012-11-14 |
Sotheby's, New York
Contemporary Art Day Sale
Category:
Works on Paper
Estimate:
USD 20,000 - 30,000 (currency of sale)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: N08901
Auction name: Contemporary Art Day Sale
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: New York
Start date: 2012-11-14
Currency: USD
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: Image: 12 1/2 by 22 1/4 in. 31.7 by 56.5 cm. Sheet: 19 1/8 by 24 in. 48.5 by 61 cm.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
31.7
Width In Centimeters:
56.5
Height In Inches:
12.5
Width In Inches:
22.25
Height In Centimeters:
48.5
Width In Centimeters:
61
Height In Inches:
19.125
Width In Inches:
24
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Year notes: Executed in 2007.
Provenance
Margo Leavin Gallery, Los Angeles Acquired by the present owner from the above Condition This work is in very good condition overall. There are scattered graphite smudges on the white border of the sheet, which appear to be from the artist's hand. There is a slight undulation to the sheet, inherent to the artist's working method. The sheet is hinged to the matte. 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 Study for Caddy signed, titled and dated 07 charcoal and ink on vellum Image: 12 1/2 by 22 1/4 in. 31.7 by 56.5 cm. Sheet: 19 1/8 by 24 in. 48.5 by 61 cm. Provenance Margo Leavin Gallery, Los Angeles Acquired by the present owner from the above Condition This work is in very good condition overall. There are scattered graphite smudges on the white border of the sheet, which appear to be from the artist's hand. There is a slight undulation to the sheet, inherent to the artist's working method. The sheet is hinged to the matte. 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.