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Ralph Gibson
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Ralph Gibson
- FROM THE SOMNAMBULIST (MARY ELLEN MARK)
- Gelatin silver print
signed, dated, and editioned '19/25' in ink in the margin, framed, Buhl Collection and Guggenheim Museum exhibition labels on the reverse, 1967, printed in 1974
Provenance
The photographer, 1994
Exhibited
New York, Guggenheim Museum, Speaking with Hands: Photographs from The Buhl Collection, June - September 2004, and 4 other international venues through 2007 (see Appendix 1)
Literature
Jennifer Blessing, Speaking with Hands: Photographs from The Buhl Collection (Guggenheim Foundation, 2004), pp. 48 and 218 (this print)
Condition
This photograph, on double-weight Agfa paper with a surface sheen, is in generally very good to excellent condition. In high raking light, 2 glossy deposits (measuring no larger than 1-inch) are visible in the left portion of the image. Also visible in raking light are the following: a 6-inch hairline surface scratch that is barely perceptible in the upper left quadrant; and a very small crease in the lower right quadrant. The margin corners are bumped.
On the reverse of the print, the number '17' is in ink.
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
The print offered here was made in 1974 for Gibson's first New York solo exhibition, held at the Leo Castelli Gallery. This print is unique in this size.