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Andy Warhol
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 GBP
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Description
- Andy Warhol
- Dollar Sign
- signed and dated 81 on the reverse
- synthetic polymer paint and silkscreen ink on canvas
- 50 by 40.5cm.; 20 by 16in.
Provenance
Martin Lawrence Galleries, New York
Sale: Christie's, London, Contemporary Art, 23 October 2002, Lot 135
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Exhibited
Fécamp, Palais des Bénédictines, Andy Warhol Pop Star, 2000, n.p, illustrated in colour incorrectly
Condition
Colours: The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although the overall tonality is slightly brighter and more vibrant in the original.
Condition: This work is in very good condition. There is very light wear to the top left, top right and bottom right extreme corner tips. There is a very light rub mark to the top right above the dollar sign, visible in the catalogue illustration, and a further light unobtrusive rub mark towards the bottom right hand corner. There is a minute media accretion to the centre left of the bottom edge which appears to be original to the work's execution, visible in the catalogue illustration. There is no evidence of any restoration when examined under ultraviolet 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 Warhol, buying is more American than thinking. His opinion of fine art was connected to the business of art. He understood very well money-making dealers, artists and collectors as well. This theme worked as a critique of the American capitalist system and the celebration of strength it brought to American values." (Richard Halonen in Ex. Cat., Fécamp, Palais des Bénédictines, Andy Warhol Pop Star, 2000, n.p.)