Lot 174
  • 174

Banksy

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description

  • Banksy
  • Untitled (Flower Thrower)
  • tagged on the right side edge; signed, dated LA 2002 and numbered 4/5 on the stretcher
  • acrylic and spraypaint stencil on canvas
  • 49.9 by 42cm.; 19 5/8 by 16½in.

Provenance

Laz Inc., London
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner

Condition

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is slightly softer, with the white tending more towards ivory in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. On close examination there is some very light wear around the extreme edges and corner tips, and a few extremely light handling marks, including towards the lower left and right corners, at the upper right corner and at the centre of the right edge. There are minute pinprick-sized fly spots towards the top of the left extreme edge and left of centre on the top extreme edge. Extremely pale and unobtrusive media accretions are visible on close examination to the right of the figure's left leg, in between his legs and beneath his left arm, where there is also a very minor short rub mark. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultraviolet light.
"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."

Catalogue Note

Authenticated by Pest Control Office