Idris Khan - A Grey Bucket (2015)

A Grey Bucket

Artist: Idris Khan (b. 1978)
Year: 2015
Medium: Chromogenic print mounted on aluminum
Dimensions: 163.5 × 194 cm (64 ⅜ × 76 ⅜ in.)
Signature: Signed and dated on a paper label on the verso: Idris Khan 2015
Edition: 5
Provenance: Sean Kelly Gallery, New York. Acquired from the gallery by the current owner in 2016
Exhibitions: Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee, WI, Idris Khan: Repeat After Me, 2024 (another edition exhibited)
Type of Work: Fine art photography, limited edition

Description:
Created in 2015, A Grey Bucket is a work by Idris Khan, a British artist renowned for his photographic overlays exploring memory, time, and the accumulation of images. This chromogenic print mounted on aluminum exhibits a minimalist and conceptual aesthetic, where repetition and visual density serve as tools for reflection on perception and history.

Khan’s work often draws inspiration from texts, musical scores, or photographs, which he compresses and overlays to produce abstract and powerful images. A Grey Bucket exemplifies this approach, revealing a dense and subtle image, balancing opacity and transparency.

Exhibited in prestigious institutions, including the Milwaukee Art Museum in 2024, this work confirms Khan’s status as a major figure in contemporary international art.

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FAQ

Is this an original Idris Khan edition?
Yes. A Grey Bucket is an original chromogenic print mounted on aluminum, created in 2015 by Idris Khan.

What is the edition size?
The work comes from a very limited edition of only 5 prints, making it extremely rare.

Is the work signed?
Yes. It is signed and dated on a paper label affixed to the verso by the artist.

What are the dimensions?
The artwork measures 163.5 × 194 cm, an impressive large-scale format typical of Khan’s museum-level works.

What is the provenance?
The piece comes from Sean Kelly Gallery, New York, one of Idris Khan’s principal representing galleries. It was acquired directly from the gallery in 2016.

Has it been exhibited?
Yes. Another example from the edition was included in the exhibition:
Idris Khan: Repeat After Me, Milwaukee Art Museum, 2024.

Why is this work significant?
A Grey Bucket exemplifies Khan’s signature method of layering images to explore memory, time, and perception. Works from this period are highly sought after for their conceptual depth and visual intensity.

Is this a valuable collector’s piece?
Absolutely. Large-format chromogenic prints from editions of 5 with top gallery provenance are rare and highly desirable among collectors and institutions.

Do you ship internationally?
Yes. We offer secure worldwide shipping from France, with professional packaging, full insurance, and tracking.