Richard Long

Slate Mud

Artist's Resale Right

Auction Closed

June 30, 02:45 PM GMT

Estimate

10,000 - 15,000 GBP

Lot Details

Description

Richard Long

b. 1945

Slate Mud

signed, titled, dated 1988 and stamped

slate mud and graphite on paper board

101.7 by 134.9 cm. 40 by 53⅛ in.

framed: 112.5 by 145.6 cm. 44¼ by 57⅜ in.

Colours:

Please note colours in the online catalogue illustration may vary depending on screen settings.

Condition:

This work is in very good condition. The sheet is attached verso to the backing board in several places and undulates slightly. Close inspection reveals some spots of foxing throughout.

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Private Collection, Honolulu (acquired directly from the artist)
Private Collection (thence by descent)
Christie's, New York, 27 September 2018, Lot 106
Acquired from the above by the present owner