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Walter Schels
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Walter Schels
- Dobermann, 1990Dogge, 1990Adler, 1990Schaf, 1985Bock, 1985Alpaca #1, 1985Alpaca #2, 1985
each: signed and dated; signed, titled, dated, and numbered on the reverse
7 gelatin silver prints
- Sheets: 37 by 29cm. 14½ by 11 3/8in.
- Executed in 1990, one print number 1 from an edition of 15, six prints number 1 from an edition of 10.
7 gelatin silver prints, printed 1990. Each signed and dated in ink at the lower edge and signed, titled, dated, and numbered in ink on the reverse. 6 prints ed. 1/10, 1 print ed. 1/15.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Literature
Rolf Bauerdick/ Eberhard Grames, Walter Schels. Von Menschen. Tieren und Händen, Kleve, 1993, ill. n.p.
Condition
Generally in very good condition. Five prints with light handling folds in the image, visible in raking light only. One print with a stronger fold in the lower left quadrant.
"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
Walter Schels depicts animals like portraitists photograph people. The result is unique in animal photography as these animal faces strangely and astonishingly remind the beholder of human features. In the tradition of 18th century physiognomists or the great French 19th century portraitist Nadar these animal portraits are about essence and appearance thus raising questions about their character.