Robert Longo
Untitled , 1982 (Executed)
Lot #468 |
2015-05-13 |
Sotheby's, New York
Contemporary Art Day Auction
Category:
Works on Paper
Estimate:
USD 100,000 - 150,000 (currency of sale)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: N09346
Auction name: Contemporary Art Day Auction
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: New York
Start date: 2015-05-13
Currency: USD
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 44 by 30 1/4 in. 111.8 by 76.8 cm.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
111.8
Width In Centimeters:
76.8
Height In Inches:
44
Width In Inches:
30.25
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Year notes: Executed in 1982.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist Condition This work is in good condition overall. There is evidence of water staining along the bottom edge, as well as scattered foxing in the margins, which have been treated by a conservator. There is a slight undulation to the bottom of the sheet. The left and right edges are deckled and there are artist's pinholes in all four corners. 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, dated 82 and dedicated F or Mark graphite and ink on paper 44 by 30 1/4 in. 111.8 by 76.8 cm. Provenance Acquired directly from the artist Condition This work is in good condition overall. There is evidence of water staining along the bottom edge, as well as scattered foxing in the margins, which have been treated by a conservator. There is a slight undulation to the bottom of the sheet. The left and right edges are deckled and there are artist's pinholes in all four corners. 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.