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William Kentridge
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- William Kentridge
- A Gross Violation
- chalk on paper; in 20 parts
- Dimensions variable
- Overall dimensions as shown: 56 by 48 in. 142.2 by 121.9 cm.
- Executed in 1996.
Provenance
Stephen Friedman Gallery, London
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Exhibited
Tempe, Arizona State University, Nelson Fine Arts Center, William Kentridge: Works from Valley Collections, January - May 2001
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Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The piece consists of 20 separate cut-out shapes that are pinned to a black background. There are some scattered soft creases to the paper and some light surface soiling, including chalk smudges due to the artist's working method and choice of medium. Each piece has artist's pin holes. Unframed.
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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.
Catalogue Note
These fragments were used in the video that was used both in the theatre production Ubu & the Truth Commission, 1997, and in the film installation Ubu Tells the Truth, 1996.