- 72
Richard Hamilton, C.H.
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Richard Hamilton, C.H.
- The Critic Laughs (L. M6)
- Multiple made of electric toothbrush, plastic teeth, and box
- object: 22 by 8.7 by 3.9cm.; 8 5/8 by 3 1/2 by 1 1/2 in.; box: 6.5 by 11 by 17cm.; 2 1/2 by 4 3/8 by 6 3/4 in.
Electric toothbrush, false teeth, box and instructions for use, 1971-72, signed in white ink on the false teeth, numbered 26/60, published by René Block, Berlin
Condition
The multiple is in good condition except that there is a hairline crack in the back of the false teeth, tiny losses to the printed 'Hamilton' on the toothbrush, occasional very minor scuffs to the box (only visible in a raking light).
"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
'For connoisseurs who have everything … At last, a work of art to match the style of modern living … “The critic laughs” A perfect marriage of form and function… created for you and yours by Europe’s caring craftsmen in an exclusive edition.'
(Voice-over for an advertisement featured in “The Shock of the New” on the BBC, quoted in Richard Hamilton, Tate, London, 1992, p.172.)