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Chris Ofili
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Chris Ofili
- Within Reach 5
- gouache and gold leaf on paper in artist's frame
- image: 31.5 by 16cm.; 12 3/8 by 6 1/4 in.
- overall: 45.5 by 29.5cm.; 17 7/8 by 11 5/8 in.
- Executed in 2002.
Provenance
Victoria Miro Gallery, London
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 2003
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 2003
Exhibited
Venice, British Pavilion, L Biennale Internazionale dell'Arte, Chris Ofili: Within Reach, 2003, illustrated in colour
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is brigher and more vibrant, with the green tending more towards a bright apple green in the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. The sheet is hinged to the backing board in several places on the reverse. There are artist's pin holes in all four corners.
"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."
"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."