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Michael Craig-Martin, R.A.
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- Michael Craig-Martin, R.A.
- Pitchfork on Green; Pitchfork on Pink
- each signed and dated 2003 on the canvas overlap
- acrylic on canvas, in two parts
- each: 153 by 46cm.; 60ΒΌ by 18in.
Provenance
Gagosian Gallery, London, where acquired by the present owner
Condition
Pitchfork on Green (left):
The canvas appears to be original and unlined. There is a slight instance of craquelure to the left of the fork, and a further to the bottom right corner by the edge with some instances of matter. There are some light scuffs to the edges of the canvas, most noticeable around the upper two corners. There is one further small scuff and some extremely light staining to the green, to the left of the lower section of the fork. There are some extremely small accretions evident. Subject to the above the work is in very good overall condition.
Pitchfork on Pink (right):
The canvas appears to be original and unlined. There are some very light scuffs to the edges of the canvas, most noticeable around the top two corners. There is an extremely faint mark at the upper edge, in the upper right quadrant. Subject to the above the work is in overall excellent condition.
Inspection of Pitchfork on Green under ultra violet light reveals an extremely light area of fluorescence in the lower left quadrant, next to the pitchfork most probably a very light water stain. Pitchfork on Pink reveals no obvious signs of fluorescence or restoration.
Both works are unframed.
Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the current work.
"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."