Lot 193
  • 193

Banksy

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Banksy
  • Queen Vic
  • Image: 665 by 465mm; 26 1/8 by 18¼in
  • Sheet: 699 by 498mm; 27½ by 19 5/8 in
Screenprint in colours, 2003, initialled in pencil, inscribed JONNY. Happy Birthday, a proof aside from the total edition of 550, published by Pictures on Walls, London, on sturdy wove paper, with full margins, numerous creases, scuffing, creases to the lower right of the image, a tear to the lower margin, two short tears to the upper margin, each with associated paper losses, laid down 

Condition

Please note the defects as described in the catalogue, the mentioned creases to the image possibly associated with the work being laid down, the scuffing mostly to the lower half of the image, please note the mentioned tears, the diagonal tear to the lower margin measures approximately 25mm, the tears to the upper margin measure approximately 5mm each and are 5mm apart, other dents, minor creases, and surface dirt to the margins
"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."