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Jean-Michel Basquiat
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean-Michel Basquiat
- Untitled [Two Works]
paintstick on paper
- i. 13 3/4 by 22 1/2 in. 35 by 57 cm.
- ii. 19 5/8 by 22 1/2 in. 50 by 57 cm.
- Executed in 1982, these works are accompanied by certificates of authenticity issued by the Authentication Committee of the Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Condition
These works are in very good condition overall. The edges of the sheet are deckled. All liquid accretions, surface tears and inconsistencies appear inherent to the medium and the artist's working method. Each framed under Plexiglas.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
"Henry Geldzahler: What is your subject matter?
Jean-Michel Basquiat: [pauses] Royalty, heroism, and the streets."
("From the Subways to Soho," Interview Magazine, January 1983)