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Lot 138
  • 138

Banksy

Estimate
70,000 - 90,000 GBP
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Description

  • Banksy
  • Bronze Rat
  • incised with the artist's signature on the underside

  • bronze and acrylic
  • 25 by 30 by 21cm.; 9 7/8 by 11 3/4 by 8in.
  • Executed in 2006, this work is from an edition of 12.

Provenance

Lazarides Gallery, London
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner

Condition

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate. Condition: This work is in very good condition.
"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.
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Catalogue Note

"They exist without permission. They are hated, hunted and persecuted. They live in quiet desperation amongst the filth. And yet they are capable of bringing entire civilizations to their knees. If you are dirty, insignificant and unloved then rats are the ultimate role model."

 

Banksy, ed., Wall and Piece, London 2005, p. 95