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Josef Albers
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 GBP
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Description
- Josef Albers
- Study for Homage to the Square: "Clearing Up"
- signed with the artist's initial and dated 54; signed, titled and dated 1954 on the reverse
- oil on masonite
- 41 by 41 cm.; 16 by 16in.
Provenance
Acquired by the present owner circa 1975
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is slightly brighter in the original. The catalogue illustration fails to fully convey the glossy surface apparent in the original. The two dark grey spots above the orange square in the grey pigment in the cataoug illustration are not visible in the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. Some light surface dirt has accumulated over time around the white outer border. A short pen inscription is visible in the top right hand corner (not visible in the catalogue illustration). Around the extreme outer edges of the masonite board, there are a few scattered paint losses that are covered by the metal frame. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultra-violet light.
"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."
"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."