- 541
Matthew Barney
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Matthew Barney
- Cremaster 2: The Man in Black
- signed and dated 99 on the reverse
- graphite, petroleum jelly and beeswax on Billboard magazine in artist's nylon frame
- 15 1/2 by 13 1/4 in. 39.4 by 33.7 cm.
- Executed in 1999, this work is from an edition of 6 plus 1 artist's proof.
Provenance
Barbara Gladstone Gallery, New York
Phillips de Pury & Luxembourg, New York, May 15, 2003, lot 1
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Phillips de Pury & Luxembourg, New York, May 15, 2003, lot 1
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Exhibited
Minneapolis, Walker Art Center; San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Cremaster 2: The Drones Exposition, July - September 2000 (another example exhibited)
Cologne, Museum Ludwig; Museé d'Art Moderne de la Ville Paris; New York, The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, Matthew Barney: The Cremaster Cycle, June 2001 - May 2003, pp. 37, 207 and 465, illustrated (another example exhibited)
Cologne, Museum Ludwig; Museé d'Art Moderne de la Ville Paris; New York, The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, Matthew Barney: The Cremaster Cycle, June 2001 - May 2003, pp. 37, 207 and 465, illustrated (another example exhibited)
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is evidence of wear and handling to the sides, edges, and corners of the artist's frame. There is an undulation to the magazine surface, and traces of graphite and ink, which is inherent to the artist's working method. There is some light dust accumulation on the surface of the frame as well. Framed under glass.
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.