Lot 19
  • 19

Shirin Neshat

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description

  • Shirin Neshat
  • Wafaa and Ahmed (from Our House Is On Fire series)
  • signed, titled and dated 2013 on the reverse
  • pigment print, in two parts 
  • each: 50.8 by 34.7cm.; 20 by 13 3/4 in.
  • This work is number 1 of 2 artist's proofs aside from an edition of 10.

Provenance

Courtesy of the artist.

Condition

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although overall skin tone is slightly more saturated 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."

Catalogue Note

'Poets use metaphors and symbolism to construct images. I construct my images in the same way, except that I am using a different form.'

Shirin Neshat, 2014