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BANKSY | Monkey Detonator
Estimate
2,500,000 - 3,500,000 HKD
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Description
- Banksy
- Monkey Detonator
- spray paint on board
- 105 by 105 cm; 41¼ by 41¼ in.
signed on the reverseExecuted in 2002, this work is from a series.
Provenance
Private Collection, Europe
Exhibited
Rome, Fondazione Terzo Pilastro, Palazzo Cipola, War, Capitalism and Liberty, 24 May - 4 September 2016
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is evidence of a small hole located 10 cm from the left edge and 5 cm from the right edge of the work and few scattered small tears and light handling wear along the edges and at corners, consistent with the artist's working method. Framed under glass.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
This work is accompanied with a certificate of authenticity issued by Pest Control. “People say graffiti is ugly, irresponsible and childish... but that's only if it's done properly.”
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