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Peter Beard (b. 1938)
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Peter Beard
- From 'The end of the game', 1964
Silver print, signed, titled and dated in ink at the lower edge at left. Inscribed '"The elephant in the course of time, adopted man into his scheme of things - with deep distrust" Karen Blixen' in ink near the upper border. Parts of the surface coated with (now discoloured) blood, blood coated tissues fixed to the right and left edges. Framed.
Provenance
Kunsthaus, Cologne
Condition
Not examined out of frame. Whole piece of paper is visible, floated within the frame.
Print with slight rippling, the effect of collage and blood work on it by the artist. Cracks and slight losses to the emulsion at the lower left corner. A smaller crack at the upper right corner. A few nicks to the emulsion along the left, upper and lower edges of the black border. Areas of blood somewhat faded and discoloured.
Overall in very good condition for a print of its type.
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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."
"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."