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Marc Quinn
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 GBP
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Description
- Marc Quinn
- Maquette for Siren
- 24k gold leaf on bronze
- 36 by 24 by 22cm.; 14 1/8 by 9 1/2 by 8 5/8 in.
- Executed in 2008, this work is artist's proof number 3 of 6, aside from the edition of 12.
Provenance
Private Collection, London
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. Upon close inspection, there are a few tiny loose flakes of gold leaf at the extreme outer edges of the base which are not visible when installed.
"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
“Now Kate Moss has another crown: the most popular artist's muse of modern times. Lucian Freud, Banksy, Chuck Close, Alex Katz, Gary Hume and Stella Vine, among others, have been captivated by her."
Marc Quinn quoted in: Arifa Akbar, 'Kate Moss: The Muse', The Independent, 3 October 2008