Lot 156
  • 156

Bridget Riley

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Bridget Riley
  • untitled (fragment 1)
  • signed and dated 65
  • screenprint on plexiglass
  • 65.5 by 81cm.; 25¾ by 32in.

Literature

Maurice de Sausmarez, Bridget Riley, Studio Vista Limited, London, 1970, pl.19, p.37, illustration of another example.

Condition

There are six very small flecks of paint chipped away to the left of the image. There are four small scratches within the lower left quadrant and one light scratch in the upper left quadrant. Two further light scratches are visible in the lower right quadrant and one in the upper right quadrant. There are some very small chips towards the right edge and two on the upper edge. There are various very light scattered scuff marks across the plexiglass. Held in a simple wooden frame.
"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

Executed in 1965, this work is from an edition of 75.