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Robert Mapplethorpe
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 EUR
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Description
- Robert Mapplethorpe
- Banana, 1974
- photograph
- 33,6 x 26 cm
Silver print from a Polaroid Type 55 negative. Signed, titled and dated 74 in pencil in the margin.
Matted and framed.
Matted and framed.
Provenance
Sotheby's, New York, Polaroïd Collection, 22 juin 2010, lot 132
Galerie Thierry Marlat, Paris
Galerie Thierry Marlat, Paris
Literature
Sylvia Wolf, Robert Mapplethorpe: Polaroids, London, Prestel, 2013, pl. 181.
Condition
This print, on cool-toned, double-weight, matte surface RC paper, is in generally very good condition. Upon close examination, the following are visible: a 2-inch crease in the upper right corner of the image and margin; a small crescent-shaped crease in the central portion of the image; and a small handling crease in the lower left corner of the image. None of these creases break the emulsion or are visible on the print. Warm-toned discoloration in the dark areas. There are occasional fingerprints and graphite marks in the margins. The margin corners are bumped. Occasional very light soiling on the reverse of the print.
"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
© Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation - Used by permission