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Gerhard Richter
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Gerhard Richter
- Haggadah (P2)
- diasec-mounted chromogenic print laid on aluminium
- 100 by 100cm.; 39 3/8 by 39 3/8 in.
- Executed in 2014, this work is number 397 from an edition of 500.
Provenance
Fondation Beyeler, Basel
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is more vibrant in the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition.
"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."
Catalogue Note
In 2013 Gerhard Richter started a collaboration with Heni Productions to produce limited edition prints. Richter, through Heni Productions, has so far made eleven such editions, numbered P1 to P11, all co-published with museums and institutions. These prints are all made under Richter's supervision and approval.
The present work is based on Richter’s 2006 painting Haggadah whose title refers to the Jewish text which sets forth the instructions for Passover. The ambiguity of this title reflects part of Richter’s mystery; the present work revealing various intricate layers which hint at aspects of figuration and three-dimensionality whilst remaining wholly abstract. Haggadah, and subsequently the present work, represents Richter at the forefront of his artistic career having continuously re-examined the purpose and meaning of an image to become acknowledged as perhaps the most important artist of his time.