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Alex Katz
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- Alex Katz
- Alex and Ada, the 1960s to the 1980s
- Screenprints
- largest sheet 912 by 723 mm 35 7/8 by 28 3/4 in
- smallest sheet 457 by 912 mm 18 by 35 7/8 in
The complete portfolio, comprising eight screenprints in colors, 1990, proofs aside from the numbered edition of 150 (total edition includes 30 artist's proofs), on Arches rag paper, published by Gaultney-Klineman Art, Inc., New York (8 prints)
Condition
The full sheets, printed to the edges, a deckle at each side, in generally good condition apart from pin holes at some corners, pale mottling mainly in the black of some sheets, occasional handling marks and pale surface dirt verso. The verso of 'Self-Portrait (Passing)' inscribed 'Park Eyes Pink Flesh' in pencil at lower right corner. The verso of 'Ada in a Hat' with stray ink and traces of pale surface dirt verso. 'Ada in a White Hat' with the stamp 'N.F.S' at lower right corner (recto). Verso of 'Sweatshirt II' with stray red ink at lower right. 'Grey Ribbon' with vertical broken creases at upper corners.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.