George Condo (1957) - The Insane Clown (First Edition)

George Condo – The Insane Clown (First Edition)
Ultra-Limited Edition Etching | 13/30 | Signed & Dated 2019

Offered for sale is The Insane Clown (First Edition), a highly sought-after original etching by George Condo, one of the most influential and recognisable artists of the contemporary era. This work belongs to an exceptionally limited edition of only 30 impressions worldwide, making it a rare opportunity to acquire an important and increasingly scarce example of Condo’s graphic work. The present impression is number 13/30, hand-annotated in pencil and dated 2019.

The Insane Clown is a powerful and emblematic composition that encapsulates Condo’s celebrated concept of “Artificial Realism” — a distinctive visual language that merges classical draftsmanship with psychological fragmentation, absurdity and dark humour. Multiple distorted faces converge within a single figure, their exaggerated expressions and swirling linear forms evoking themes of identity, inner conflict and the complexity of the human psyche. The work is immediately recognisable as Condo’s, reflecting both his deep engagement with art history and his uncompromising contemporary vision.

Executed as a finely detailed black-and-white etching, the print demonstrates exceptional line quality, tonal depth and compositional balance. The interplay between delicate linear passages and densely worked areas creates a dynamic visual rhythm that rewards close viewing. This work stands as an outstanding example of Condo’s printmaking practice and relates closely to his paintings and drawings held in major museum collections worldwide.

The print is presented on high-quality paper with deckled edges and generous margins, ideal for professional framing. Condition is excellent, having been carefully stored and handled since acquisition.

Importantly, this work is accompanied by full and verifiable provenance. The piece was purchased directly from the artist through Tate Gallery (UK) and comes complete with all original purchase documentation, including the order confirmation, shipping and tracking information, as well as the original Tate Gallery shipping packaging. Provenance is fully demonstrable, confirming that I am the sole and original purchaser and the only owner of this work since its release.

George Condo’s works are held in the permanent collections of leading institutions such as The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), The Whitney Museum of American Art, Tate Modern, and Centre Pompidou, among many others. His market continues to demonstrate strong international demand, particularly for rare and tightly limited graphic editions.

Given the edition size of just 30, availability is exceptionally scarce. Works from this edition seldom appear on the open market and are highly sought after by collectors of contemporary art and serious investors alike.

This represents a rare opportunity to acquire a museum-quality work by George Condo — intellectually rigorous, visually striking, and supported by impeccable provenance. I'm a trusted seller with 100% POSITIVE feedback.

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