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Matthew Barney
Estimate
400,000 - 600,000 USD
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Description
- Matthew Barney
- Cremaster Suite
- signed on the reverse of the center panel
- chromogenic prints in self-lubricating plastic frames in five parts
- Each: 44 x 34 in. 111.8 x 86.4 cm.
- Executed in 1994 - 2002, this work is number 4 from an edition of 10 plus two artist's proofs and includes one central character from each of the artist's 5 Cremaster films.
Provenance
Barbara Gladstone Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
This work is in excellent condition overall. There are faint traces of handling marks to the frames overall. The first panel has two very light linear rubs that are only visible from extreme angles: the vertical rub is located 15 to 24 inches up from the bottom edge and the diagonal rub is located 10 – 14 in. up from the bottom left edge. The second panel has two dark diagonal rubs to the top of the upper edge, located 9 – 10 ¼ in. from the right corner. The third panel has a 1 in. reddish scratch in the top right corner. The 4th panel has a slightly dark diagonal scratch located 3 ¾ - 4 in. from the left corner and extending ½ in. from the top edge.
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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.