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Thomas Ruff
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Thomas Ruff
- Nudes wh 20
- signed, titled, dated 2001 and numbered 2/5 on the reverse
- chromogenic print mounted on diasec
- 55 1/4 by 43 1/2 in. 140.4 by 110.5 cm.
- Executed in 2001, this work is number 2 from an edition of 5 plus 2 artist's proofs.
Provenance
Marc Jancou Fine Art, New York
Christie's, New York, November 9, 2005, lot 514
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Christie's, New York, November 9, 2005, lot 514
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Literature
Matthias Winzen, Thomas Ruff: 1979 to the Present, Cologne, 2001, p. 241, illustrated in color
Michel Houellebecq, Thomas Ruff: Nudes, New York, 2003, p. 7, illustrated in color
Michel Houellebecq, Thomas Ruff: Nudes, New York, 2003, p. 7, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in excellent condition. There are no apparent condition problems with this work. Framed Under Plexiglas. Not examined out of the frame.
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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.