Untitled (Johnny Painting)
147.3 cms x 147.3 cms (58 ins x 58 ins)
On verso signed, dated 1995 and inscribed "for michael and jill"
made in 1995
Lot offered for sale by Heffel, Vancouver at the auction event "March 2020 Online auction" held on Thu, Mar 26, 2020.
Lot 511
Lot 511
Estimate: CAD $10,000 - $15,000
Realised: CAD $10,000
Realised: CAD $10,000
Lot description - from the online catalogue*
Provenance:
Private Collection, Calgary
Notes:
Robert Longo produced the series The Johnny Paintings in Toronto in 1994 while he was editing in post-production for the science fiction movie Johnny Mnemonic, which he directed. The short story and screenplay, set in cyberspace in the year 2021, was written by William Gibson, and the lead actor was Keanu Reeves. The Johnny series was a result of Longo's experiences while involved in this film.
Please note: this work is unframed.
Private Collection, Calgary
Notes:
Robert Longo produced the series The Johnny Paintings in Toronto in 1994 while he was editing in post-production for the science fiction movie Johnny Mnemonic, which he directed. The short story and screenplay, set in cyberspace in the year 2021, was written by William Gibson, and the lead actor was Keanu Reeves. The Johnny series was a result of Longo's experiences while involved in this film.
Please note: this work is unframed.
Most realised prices include the Buyer's Premium of 18-25%, but not the HST/GST Tax.
(*) Text and/or Image might be subject matter of Copyright. Check with Heffel auction house for permission to use.
(*) Text and/or Image might be subject matter of Copyright. Check with Heffel auction house for permission to use.