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Joseph Cornell
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 USD
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Description
- Joseph Cornell
- What Makes a Rainbow? (Jeanne Eagels)
- signed and titled on labels affixed to the reverse and inscribed Jeanne Eagels on the reverse
- collage on board, in velvet lined artist's frame
- Overall: 15 3/8 by 12 1/2 in. 39 by 31.8 cm.
- Executed circa 1965.
Provenance
Allan Stone Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1973
Exhibited
Akron Art Institute, Joseph Cornell, September - October 1978
Condition
This work is in very good condition. There are scattered abrasions and tears to the collage which appear inherent to the medium and artist's intent. There is evidence of light wear and a few extremely minor and unobtrusive losses to the paint around the frame.
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.