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Jean-Michel Basquiat
Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean-Michel Basquiat
- Ribbon Release
- signed and dated 84 on the reverse
- crayon and graphite on paper
- 30 by 22 1/4 in. 76.2 by 56.5 cm.
- Executed in 1984, this work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by the Authentication Committee of the Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Galerie Bruno Bischofberger, Zurich
Private Collection
Christie's, New York, May 12, 2004, lot 403
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Galerie Bruno Bischofberger, Zurich
Private Collection
Christie's, New York, May 12, 2004, lot 403
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The sheet is hinged in multiple places on the reverse to the backing board. The edges of the sheet are deckled. There is some soft creasing to the sheet, scattered accretions, and smudging due to the artist's working method. Framed under Plexiglas.
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.
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.