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Douglas Gordon
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Douglas Gordon
- Untitled (Blind)
- venetian blind with motor
- venetian blind: 109 3/8 by 110 1/4 in. 278 by 280 cm.
- Executed in 1998, this work is unique and may be created, at the discretion of the artist, for a window of the owner's choice, with either black or grey venetian blind.
Provenance
Lisson Gallery, London
Elaine Dannheisser, New York (acquired from the above in 1999)
Elaine Dannheisser, New York (acquired from the above in 1999)
Exhibited
Lisbon, Centro Cultural de Belém, Douglas Gordon, January - May 1999, pp. 58-59, 95 and cover, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in good working condition overall. Some of the individual slats exhibit small dents, creases and fine abrasions. The mount exhibits evidence of handling, wear, abrasions and scuffs. The work produces a mechanical noise as it opens and closes.
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.