- 603
Peter Halley
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- Peter Halley
- A Monstrous Paradox
- Day-Glo acrylic, acrylic and Roll-a-Tex on canvas, in 4 parts
- Overall: 90 1/4 by 195 in. 229.2 by 495.3 cm.
- Executed in 1989.
Provenance
Sonnabend Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Exhibited
Pully/Lausanne, FAE/Musée d'Art Contemporain, Peter Halley, April - May 1992
Literature
Cory Reynolds ed., Peter Halley: Maintain Speed, New York, 2000, p. 128, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is evidence of light wear and handling along the edges. There is a colorless liquid accretion which presents in a splash pattern which fluoresces dimly under ultraviolet light on the two right panels. Under ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Unframed.
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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.