HELEN FRANKENTHALER | Hug

Knoedler Gallery, London
Private Collection
André Emmerich Gallery, New York
Private Collection, New York (acquired from the above)
Sotheby's, New York, 20 November 1997, Lot 162
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner

London, Knoedler Gallery, Helen Frankenthaler, October - November 1978, illustrated in color

This work is in very good condition overall. There is light evidence of handling along the edges. Under close inspection, there are two circular areas of discoloration in the lower right quadrant. The colors are bright, fresh and clean. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, the aforementioned areas of discoloration in the lower right quadrant fluoresce darkly. Framed.
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.

"It is the quality of light that is one...of many things that contribute to the magic of a picture, that makes you feel 'that's beautiful. That's got it.' And you know when something doesn't have it because by contrast it goes dead and doesn't work. It doesn't have that light. It doesn't have that je ne sais quoi."
Helen Frankenthaler