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Gilbert & George
Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Gilbert & George
- Reclining Drunk
- incised with the artist's initials, dated Spring 1973 and numbered No. 152 of 200 on the reverse
- shaped glass
- 7 by 23.5 by 12.5cm.; 2 3/4 by 9 1/4 by 5in.
- Executed in 1973, this work is number 152 from an edition of 200.
Provenance
Private Collection, Italy
Literature
Exhibition Catalogue, New York, Hirschl & Adler Modern, Gilbers & George: Post-Card Sculptures and Ephemera, 1969-1981, 1990, no. 9, another example exhibited
Exhibition Catalogue, Milan, Claudia Gian Ferrari Studio di Consulenza per il '900 Italiano e Arte Contemporanea; Venice, Caterina Tognon Arte Contemporanea, Why Glass?, 2008, p. 43, another example exhibited and illustrated in colour
Exhibition Catalogue, Milan, Claudia Gian Ferrari Studio di Consulenza per il '900 Italiano e Arte Contemporanea; Venice, Caterina Tognon Arte Contemporanea, Why Glass?, 2008, p. 43, another example exhibited and illustrated in colour
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. Extremely close inspection reveals evidence of light handling in places.
"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."