Lot 262
- 262
BERND AND HILLA BECHER | Watchtowers
Estimate
60,000 - 90,000 USD
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Description
- Bernd and Hilla Becher
- Watchtowers
- i. signed, titled and dated 1988 on the reverseii-vi. numbered on the reverse
- black and white photographs, in 6 parts.
- Each: 15 3/4 by 12 in. 40 by 30.5 cm.
- Executed in 1988, this work is unique.
Provenance
Sonnabend Gallery, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner in April 1989
Acquired from the above by the present owner in April 1989
Literature
Bernd and Hella Becher, Bernd and Hilla Becher: Water Towers, Cambridge 1988, pl. 76, 78 and 79, illustrated in color (another example illustrated)
Armin Zweite, Ed., Bernd & Hilla Becher: Typologies, Cambridge 2004, pl. 3, illustrated in color (another example illustrated)
Armin Zweite, Ed., Bernd & Hilla Becher: Typologies, Cambridge 2004, pl. 3, illustrated in color (another example illustrated)
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is evidence of handling and wear to the edges of some prints, some of which have minute creases to their corners, and very minute losses to the print surface at the extreme corners. Under raking light, scattered surface scratches are visible, inherent to the artists chosen medium. The prints are hinged verso to the mat at the corners. This work was not examined outside of its frame. Framed under Plexiglas.
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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.