Hans Hofmann

Kootz Gallery, New York
André Emmerich Gallery, New York
Private Collection
Christie's, New York, November 9, 1993, Lot 11
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale

Minneapolis, Walker Art Museum, Four Abstract Expressionists, February 1953

This work is in good condition. The canvas has been relined. There is evidence of scattered fine drying cracks throughout the composition, located primarily in the lower left and lower right quadrants. These drying cracks appear stable, and there is no evidence of paint loss. The cracks presumably are due in part from the drying of the gesso under the oil paint. Under ultra-violet inspection, there is no evidence of restoration under ultra violet light. Framed in a silver metal frame. Please note the correct medium is oil and gesso on canvas
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