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Wed, Nov 2, 2022 05:30PM EDT
Lot 13

David McDermott and Peter McGough: Achievement of Sublime Through Renunciation

Estimate: $300 - $400

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David McDermott and Peter McGough (American b. 1952 and 1958): Achievement of Sublime Through Renunciation, 1997, 1989. Offset lithograph, unsigned, framed.

McDermott and McGough are contemporary artists known for their work in painting, photography, sculpture and film. They currently split their time between Dublin and New York City. They are best known for using alternative historical processes in their photography, including the techniques of cyanotype, gum bichromate, salt, tri color carbo, platinum and palladium. Among the subjects they approach are popular art and culture, religion, medicine, advertising, time, fashion and sexual behavior.

15.75 x 12.75 inches framed; 9 x 7.5 inches plate.



Condition

Excellent condition, no notable flaws.

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