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Gilbert & George
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 USD
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Description
- Gilbert & George
- Geography
- signed, titled and dated 2001
- hand dyed silver gelatin prints, in 15 parts
- Overall: 139 1/4 by 99 1/2 in. 355 by 253 cm.
Provenance
White Cube, London
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Exhibited
London, White Cube, New Horny Pictures, June - July 2001
Literature
Gilbert & George, Gilbert & George: The Complete Pictures 1971 - 2005, Volume 2, London, 2007, p. 1019, illustrated in color, p. 1009, illustrated in color (installation view)
Condition
This work is in very good condition. There is evidence of scattered mold residue that has gathered in small clusters between the photograph and the Plexiglas. These appear to be removable with a soft cloth. Each framed under Plexiglas.
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
"This is an amazing urban landscape which is not visible for many people but you only have to look in the small ads to know it is going on. We want to make the invisible visible because this subject is in the back of every person's mind. Everyone is fascinated by prostitutes even if they don't admit it."
-Gilbert & George (Rebecca Thomas, "Gilbert and George Prostitute Their Wares," BBC News Online, June 1, 2001)