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John Baldessari
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description
- John Baldessari
- Prima Facie (Fourth State): Strained and Et Cetera
- archival digital photographic print and water-based opaque paint and marker on canvas, in 2 parts
- Overall: 67 1/4 by 108 1/2 in. 170.8 by 275.6 cm.
- Executed in 2005.
Provenance
Galerie Meert Rihoux, Brussels
Acquired by the present owner from the above in June 2006
Acquired by the present owner from the above in June 2006
Exhibited
Brussels, Galerie Meert Rihoux, John Baldessari: Prima Facie (Fourth State), December - January 2006
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There are some minor surface abrasions in the bottom left quadrant of the canvas, which appear inherent to the artist's working method. The corners and edges of the two attached canvas show signs of light wear and handling. The attached canvases are framed and the photographed is 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.