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Josef Albers
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Josef Albers
- Homage to the Square, Yellow Climate
- signed with the artist's monogram and dated 62; signed, titled and dated 1962 on the reverse
- oil on masonite
- 24 by 24 in.
- 61 by 61 cm.
Provenance
Sidney Janis Gallery, New York
Edward Tyler Nahem Fine Art, New York
Edward Tyler Nahem Fine Art, New York
Condition
In good condition aside from surface dirt. Approx. 1/2-in. scratch lower right and small scuff lower left. Minute cracquelure in bright yellow square. Under UV: signs of in-paint in upper right area of outer square (approx. 5 by 5-inch). Also signs of in-paint along right and bottom of outer square. Extreme upper left corner of outer square in-painted.
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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
This work will be included in the Catalogue Raisonné of Paintings by Josef Albers currently being prepared by the Josef and Anni Albers Foundation.