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Robert Motherwell
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Robert Motherwell
- Beau Geste pour Lucrèce (see W.A.C 480-485)
- Six lithographs
- each sheet: 559 by 381 mm 22 by 15 in
- overall: 730 by 520 by 35 mm 28 3/4 by 20 1/2 by 1 3/8 in
The complete portfolio, comprising six lithographs printed in colors, with six poems by Marcelin Pleynet, 1989, each signed in pencil and inscribed H.C., one of ten hors commerce copies aside from the numbered edition of 100 (total edition includes 15 artist's proofs), each with mat (as issued), on various papers, with title page and colophon, printed by Trestle Editions Ltd., New York, published by Editions Daniel Papierski, Paris, contained in the original paper wrapper and cloth-covered box (6 prints)
Condition
The prints are in good condition (recto and verso), the full sheets with strong colors. Beau Geste II with two tiny pin holes at the extreme bottom edge of the sheet, likely from the time of printing. Beau Geste V with inconspicuous printer's creases around the artist's blindstamp. The folder, text sheets and box in good condition.
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.