$1,968
Joel-Peter Witkin (American, b. 1939) Humor and Fear, New Mexico, 1999. Signed, titled, dated, and numbered "4/10" in pencil on the reverse of mount, identified on a label from Catherine Edelman Gallery affixed to the backing. Toned gelatin silver print, sight size 16 1/4 x 15 in. (41.0 x 38.0 cm), in a Valdes, Santa Fe, custom-designed frame. Condition: Not examined out of frame. Provenance: Purchased from the Catherine Edelman Gallery, Chicago, 2001. N.B. A copy of the 2001 invoice indicating that the work is signed, titled, dated, and editioned on the verso accompanies the lot. Estimate $1,500-2,500 Sheet measures 19 7/8 x 16 in. and is mounted to thin board. Loss to l.r. corner of frame. No additional issues to report. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-05-11
