Lot 245
- 245
David Levinthal
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- David Levinthal
- BARBIE MILLICENT ROBERTS
- Polaroid Polacolor print
unique large-format Polaroid Polacolor print from the series 'Barbie Millicent Roberts: An Original,' signed, dated, and editioned 'AP' in ink in the margin, mounted, framed, a Baldwin Gallery, Aspen, label on the reverse, 1998
Condition
This Polaroid Polacolor print is in generally excellent condition. The colors remain rich and saturated. Upon very close examination, the thin border of the print that is covered by the mat appears slightly darker in tonality.
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
In 1999, to commemorate Barbie's 40th birthday, David Levinthal produced a series of large-format Polaroid photographs featuring the iconic doll. Levinthal, who routinely creates thematic series using antique toys and figurines, posed vintage Barbie dolls, including the one offered with this lot, dressed in original costumes against plain studio backdrops. Reimagining American girls' childhood companions, Levinthal elevated the mundane miniature and imbued his images with a sense of modernity. What might first appear dated and ordinary becomes fresh and provocative as a result of Levinthal's strategic lighting, cropping, and composition.
The rare 'Bubble Cut' Barbie pictured here is modeling 'Blac𓃲k Magic #1609.' This black sleeveless dress, made of silk shantung with a working back zipper, was produced between 1965-66, and was accompanied by a tulle cape, black mesh gloves, open-toed black shoes, and pearl and hoop earrings.