Lot 113
  • 113

William Scott

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description

  • William Scott
  • Abstract Composition
  • Signed W. Scott and dated 64 (lower right)

  • Black ink and wash on paper
  • 21 3/4 by 27 1/2 in.
  • 55.2 by 69.9 cm.

Provenance

Hanover Gallery, London 
August Hecksher, London (acquired from the above in 1969)
Thence by descent
Sale: Christie's, London, December 12, 2008, lot 80
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner

Condition

The work is in generally good condition. The edges are uneven and the artist's pinholes are evident in the top corners. There is some rippling and surface dirt and light staining, especially at the edges. Not examined out of the frame.
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