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Shezad Dawood
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Shezad Dawood
- The Bestower
- neon, tumbleweed and enamelled aluminium plinth
- 163 by 51 by 51cm.; 64 1/4 by 20 1/8 by 20 1/8 in.
- Executed in 2007.
Provenance
Paradise Row, London
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 2008
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 2008
Exhibited
London, Paradise Row, If I Shall Fall From Grace With God, 2007
London, Saatchi Gallery, The Empire Strikes Back: Indian Art Today, 2010, p. 61, illustrated in colour
London, Saatchi Gallery, The Empire Strikes Back: Indian Art Today, 2010, p. 61, illustrated in colour
Condition
This work is in very good condition and in full working order. Close inspection reveals some superficial and unobtrusive rubbing towards the lower edge of the base. There are some tiny detached particles of tumbleweed that have accumulated in the vitrine, in keeping with the artist's choice of medium.
"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."