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Lot 376
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Gilbert & George

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Gilbert & George
  • Piss Mooning
  • signed and dated 1996
  • mixed media, in nine parts
  • 226 by 191cm.; 89 by 75in.

Provenance

Sonnabend Gallery, New York
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner

Literature

Exhibition Catalogue, Oslo, Astrup Fearnley Museet for Moderne Kunst, Gilbert & George, 1999, u.p. illustrated in colour
Rudi Fuchs and Gilbert & George, Gilbert & George: The Complete Picture 1971-2005, vol. 1, London 2005, p. 878, illustrated in colour

Condition

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate although the flesh tonality tends more towards a salmon pink in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. Very close inspection reveals a small number of extremely light, hairline and unobtrsuive surface scaratches in places to the plexiglass.
"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."