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John Baldessari, X Sign for a Crucifixion
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- John Baldessari
- X Sign for a Crucifixion
- signed and dated 62; signed, titled and dated 62 on the reverse
- oil, paper, cardboard and found doll collaged on wood panel
- 48 by 48 in. 122 by 122 cm.
Provenance
Private Collection (acquired directly from the artist circa 1965)
By descent to the present owner from the above
By descent to the present owner from the above
Exhibited
La Jolla, Art Works Galleries, John Baldessari: X Exhibition, June - July 1962
California, Oceanside Museum of Art, Spitting in the Wind, July - November 2014
California, Oceanside Museum of Art, Spitting in the Wind, July - November 2014
Literature
Armin Kietzmann, "Signs of Controversy: Baldessari Comes to Defense of X Exhibits," San Diego Union, July 22, 1962
Patrick Pardo and Robert Dean, eds., John Baldessari Catalogue Raisonné, Volume One: 1956-1974, New Haven, 2012, cat. no. 1962.1, p. 30, illustrated in color
Patrick Pardo and Robert Dean, eds., John Baldessari Catalogue Raisonné, Volume One: 1956-1974, New Haven, 2012, cat. no. 1962.1, p. 30, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. All elements are well intact. There is general wear to the assembled materials due to the found nature of the objects. Under Ultraviolet light, no restoration is apparent. Framed.
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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
"Brutal means evoke the Crucifixion more sincerely, perhaps, than a small golden cross worn round the neck." - John Baldessari