Gene Davis
Blue Trigger , 1972 (Dated)
Lot #25 |
2017-09-27 |
Sotheby's, New York
Contemporary Curated
Category:
Painting
Estimate:
USD 30,000 - 40,000 (currency of sale)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: N09624
Auction name: Contemporary Curated
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: New York
Start date: 2017-09-27
Currency: USD
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 73 by 42 1/4 in.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
185.4
Width In Centimeters:
107.3
Height In Inches:
73
Width In Inches:
42.25
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Edition: 4
Edition notes: Edition 1/4.
Year notes: Dated in 1972.
Provenance
Michael Berger Gallery, Pittsburgh Acquired from the above by the present owner
Exhibited
Pittsburgh, Michael Berger Gallery, Group Exhibition , May 1973 Condition This work is in excellent condition overall. The canvas is unlined. There is very minor wear and handling to the corners and along the turning edges. Under close inspection there are a few scattered pinpoint surface accretions. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed. 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
Gene Davis Blue Trigger signed, titled and dated 1972 on the reverse acrylic on canvas 73 by 42 1/4 in. 185.4 by 107.3 cm. Provenance Michael Berger Gallery, Pittsburgh Acquired from the above by the present owner Exhibited Pittsburgh, Michael Berger Gallery, Group Exhibition , May 1973 Condition This work is in excellent condition overall. The canvas is unlined. There is very minor wear and handling to the corners and along the turning edges. Under close inspection there are a few scattered pinpoint surface accretions. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed. 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.