Lot 423
- 423
Damien Hirst
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 USD
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Description
- Damien Hirst
- Dead Head III
oil on newspaper laid on canvas
- 29 3/8 by 23 1/2 in. 74.6 by 59.7 cm.
- Executed in 2009.
Provenance
White Cube, London
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The two side edges of the newspaper sheet are slightly deckled and the bottom of the newspaper is lifting very slightly off the canvas to which it is mounted, which appears intentional. The color of this work is a brighter, more vibrant blue than illustrated in the catalogue image. Framed under glass.
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
"Death is an unacceptable idea so the only way to deal with it is to be detached or amused." - Damien Hirst