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Rachel Whiteread
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Rachel Whiteread
- Untitled (Torso)
- plaster
- 24.1 by 16.5 by 8.9cm.; 9 1/2 by 6 1/2 by 3 1/2 in.
- Executed in 1991, this work is unique.
Provenance
Karsten Schubert Ltd., London
Sale: Sotheby's, London, Contemporary Art, Evening, 7 February 2002, Lot 9
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Sale: Sotheby's, London, Contemporary Art, Evening, 7 February 2002, Lot 9
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Literature
Exhibition Catalogue, New York, Luhring Augustine Gallery, London; Karsten Schubert, London, Rachel Whiteread Plaster Sculptures, 1993, p. 44, illustrated
Condition
Colour: The catalogue illustration fails to convey the tonal warmth of the original which is characterised by soft yellow hues.
Condition: This work is in very good condition. Upon close inspection there is a matrix of stable very fine cracks to the plaster throughout, as is inherent to the artist's working process and choice of medium. There is a small faint rub mark to the right section of the bottom edge and one above the lower left corner. There is wear and dirt adhering to the centre of the reverse.
"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."