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Jean-Michel Basquiat
Estimate
70,000 - 90,000 GBP
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Description
- Jean-Michel Basquiat
- Untitled
- signed and indistinctly dated on the reverse
- pencil, coloured pencil and oilstick on paper
- 106.7 by 74.9cm.; 42 by 29 1/2 in.
- Executed in 1985-86.
Provenance
Private Collection, Germany
Sale: Christie's, New York, Post War and Contemporary Art, 10 May 2006, Lot 514
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Sale: Christie's, New York, Post War and Contemporary Art, 10 May 2006, Lot 514
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is brighter and more vibrant, with a warmer paper tone in the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. The sheet is attached to the backing board in a few places on the reverse. All four edges are slightly deckled. There is slight discolouration along the vertical edges. There are a few faint handling marks and shallow creases in places throughout.
"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
This work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by the Authentication Committe of the Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat