Lot 455
  • 455

Piotr Uklanski

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Piotr Uklanski
  • Untitled (Tiger, Bursting)
  • chromogenic print face-mounted to plexiglass and flush-mounted to aluminium
  • 48.7 by 39.6cm.; 19 1/8 by 15 5/8 in.
  • Executed in 1998, this work is number 1 from an edition of 5.

Provenance

Gavin Brown's Entreprise, New York
Private Collection, United States
Sale: Phillips de Pury & Company, New York, Under the Influence, 12 September 2006, Lot 25
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner

Condition

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate. Condition: This work is in good condition. Extremely close inspection in raking light reveals a few very thin, shallow and extremely unobtrusive surface scratches in isolated places. Further close inspection reveals a short and stable crack to the Perspex on the lower edge, approx. 10cm. from the lower left corner.
"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.
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