Signed (verso in pencil) silver gelatin print, c1980
Haskins did all his printing for his creative work with a handful of exceptions. He also passed away (2009) with only 2.5% of his archive signed. The Haskins archive is characterised by a very broad creative range, including many iconic works. Still, there is only a very small number of silver gelatin prints for each image (typically 1-3 copies, sometimes a few more), so signed works are especially rare. Sam Haskins built his reputation on his legendary books, which meant he originally printed to make maquettes (4 for each 60’s title) for presentation to publishers, not to produce stock for the print market. In other words, Sam Haskins silver gelatine are organically hyper-limited, there are no ‘editions’ of his vintage black and white work.
SIZE
40.7 x 30.3 cm (16.02 x 11.93 in) | Image 40.1 x 29.1 cm (15.78 x 11.47 in)
RARITY NOTE
To the best of our knowledge, this is the only signed print of this artwork.
PROVENANCE
This Sam Haskins work is sourced directly from The Sam Haskins Estate which is run by the artist’s son. Born in 1955, Ludwig provides a living link with the entire history of Sam’s career.
COA
Individually stamped and certified by the estate. Each print purchase comes with a certificate of authenticity.
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Bes seated under Lamp - 1963
Sam Haskins