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Willem de Kooning
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Willem de Kooning
- Valentine
signed, dated 70 and inscribed T.P
lithograph
- 37 x 27 3/4 in.; 94 x 70.5 cm.
- Published in 1971, this is one of 11 trial proofs (Graham 16), aside from an edition of 47 + BAT + 6AP + 11TP including color + 2 PP + 1 CP.
Condition
Colour: The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although the background tends more towards beige and the black has a much more faded quality in the original.
Condition: This work is in very good condition. It is hinged to the backing board in places along all four edges. There is extremely light undulation in places throughout. There is a vertical handling crease along the extreme right hand edge and few further small, light handling creases scattered in places throughout.
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.