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Bob Carlos Clarke (1950-2006)
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Bob Carlos Clarke
- Chocoholic, 2004
Giclée print. Signed, titled 'Chocaholic' (sic) and dated in ink on a label on the reverse, and the edition number there given as 1/9. Framed.
Literature
Carlos Clarke, Bob, Love-Dolls Never Die, privately published, London 2004, pp. 44-5
Condition
The pre-printed label on the reverse incorrectly describes this print as a silver bromide print. Title and other details filled-in by hand are appropriate and correct, however.
Not examined out of frame; condition excellent.
"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
The late Bob Carlos Clarke did not live to see the completion of his editions, and this print is thought to be the only one of this image at this size that he in fact signed.