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Bernd and Hilla Becher
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Bernd and Hilla Becher
- Gasbehälter
- signed, titled and dated 1973 on the backing board; signed on the reverse of the left print
- gelatin silver print, in 2 parts
- Overall: 25 by 33 in. 63.5 by 83.8 cm.
Provenance
Marzona Collection, Bielefeld
Christie's, New York, May 20, 1999, lot 232
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Christie's, New York, May 20, 1999, lot 232
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The two prints are each held to a single backing board by photo corners at all four corners. There is a slight curl along the edges of each print. Under raking light and very close inspection, a hairline, surface scratch is visible in the bottom left quadrant of the left sided print. Framed under Plexiglas.
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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.