Bruce Nauman Double Poke in the Eye II

The Collection of Geraldine and Harold Alden
Bruce Nauman
b. 1941

Double Poke in the Eye II
neon and white aluminum box
24 by 36 by 10 in.
61 by 91.4 by 25.4 cm.

Executed in 1985, this work is artist's proof B from an edition of 40, plus 8 artist's proofs lettered A-H.

Condition Report:
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. The electrical components are in good working order. There is evidence of light wear to the aluminum backing board, including scattered minor and unobtrusive surface scratches and scuffs, most notably on the upper lateral edge which are not visible in normal viewing conditions. There are scattered and unobtrusive signs of wear to the neon elements, including to the black electrical tape at the base. Upon close inspection, there are copper wires secured around the neon which have slightly discolored with age.

Provenance:
Leo Castelli Gallery, New York
Acquired from the above in May 1996 by the present owner