Lot 54
  • 54

Banksy

Estimate
600,000 - 800,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Banksy
  • Sale Ends Today
  • signed and dated 21 July 2006 on the overlap
  • oil on canvas
  • 84 x 168 in. 213.4 x 426.7 cm.

Provenance

Lazarides Limited, London
Acquired by the present owner from the above

Exhibited

Los Angeles, Barely Legal, September, 2006

Condition

This work is in excellent condition overall. There is a soft indentation to the surface of the canvas, located 17 ¼ in. from the bottom and 13 – 16 in. from the right which does not present any disruption to the paint layer. Along the upper edge located 17 – 20 in. from the upper right corner, an irregularity in wood stretcher edge is apparent. There are a series of soft dimples from contact to the reverse located 4 ½ - 5 in. from the top and 13 - 31 in. from the right side. This work is not framed.
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.
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