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Robert Motherwell
Estimate
70,000 - 90,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Robert Motherwell
- Monster (Black & White)
- signed with the artist's initials
- acrylic on canvas
- 9 by 12 in. 22.9 by 30.5 cm.
- Executed in 1977.
Provenance
Private Collection, New York
Ameringer Yohe Fine Art, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Exhibited
Los Angeles, Manny Silverman Gallery, Robert Motherwell: Themes & Variations Including the Dedalus Sketchbook, November - December 2002
Condition
This work is in very good condition. There is light soiling to the lower right corner edge, presumably from handling. There is no evidence of restoration visible under ultra-violet light inspection. Framed in white wood.
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.
Catalogue Note
There are approximately 45 works in the Monster series which spanned from 1958-1979. A total of four works date from 1977.