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Gilbert and George
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 USD
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Description
- Gilbert and George
- Night Attack
signed, titled and dated 1982; signed, titled and numbered respectively on the reverse of each panel
- hand-dyed gelatin silver prints, in 15 parts
- Overall: 71 1/4 by 99 1/4 in. 181 by 252 cm.
- Executed in 1982.
Provenance
Anthony D'Offay Gallery, London
Anthony Meier Fine Arts, San Francisco
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Literature
Rudi Fuchs, ed., Gilbert & George: The Complete Pictures, 1971- 1985, Vol. 1, New York, 2007, p. 408, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The photographic surfaces are clean and fresh. There is slight evidence of wear and handling to the artist's frames but otherwise there are no apparent condition problems with this work.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
"Shocking is a media idea. It is not an artist idea. Our pictures are not attacking or confronting, but exploring." - Gilbert & George