- 175
George Grosz
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- George Grosz
- KOHLETRÄGER, BERLIN (COAL CARRIERS, BERLIN)
- signed Grosz (lower right) and stamped with the nachlass mark on the reverse
- pen and ink on paper
- 50 by 39.5cm., 19 3/4 by 15 1/2 in.
Provenance
Studio of the artist, Berlin, circa 1929
George Grosz Estate, 1959
Private Collection
George Grosz Estate, 1959
Private Collection
Exhibited
Asti, Palazzo Mazzetti, George Grosz, Opere dal 1912 al 1954, 1992, no. 32, illustrated in the catalogue
Condition
Executed on cream wove paper, not laid down, attached to the overmount at various points round all four edges. There are artist's pinholes to all four corners. Apart from some very light surface dirt, this work is in very good condition.
Colours: Overall accurate although the paper tone is warmer and the blacks more intense in the original.
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NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."