$3,998
Joel-Peter Witkin (American, b. 1939) Beauty Has Three Nipples, Berlin, 1998. Numbered "7/12" on an artist's receipt. Toned gelatin silver print, 33 1/2 x 26 1/8 in. (85.0 x 66.2 cm), in a Spanish-style frame designed by Tres Mowka, Santa Fe. Condition: Not examined out of frame. Provenance: Acquired from the artist, 2002. N.B. Copies of an invoice for the frame and a receipt signed by Joel-Peter Witkin dated June 11, 2002, accompany the lot. Estimate $1,500-2,500 Due to scale, the work cannot be unframed without risking damage, but the surface was examinedunder raking light, and no defects were observed. Framed with Tru Vue reflection free glass. 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
