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Antoni Tàpies
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Antoni Tàpies
- Ala de Griu (Aile)
- signed
- enamel and varnish on paper laid down on canvas
- 113.3 by 193.4cm.; 44 5/8 by 76 1/8 in.
- Executed in 1987.
Provenance
Galerie Lelong, Zurich
The Elkon Gallery, New York
Acquired directly from the above by the late owner
The Elkon Gallery, New York
Acquired directly from the above by the late owner
Exhibited
Zurich, Galerie Lelong, Antoni Tàpies: Papiers 1987, 1987, n.p., no. 5, illustrated in colour
Basel, Galerie Beyeler, Antoni Tàpies, 1988, n.p., no. 36, illustrated in colour
New York, The Elkon Gallery, Antoni Tàpies, 1989, p. 11, illustrated in colour
Geneva, Galerie Jan Krugier, Ditesheim & Cie, 1989. Artistes Espagnols du XXe siècle, 1989, n.p., no. 61, illustrated in colour
Locarno, Casa Rusca, Pinacoteca Communale, Antoni Tàpies, 1998, p. 167, illustrated in colour
Basel, Galerie Beyeler, Antoni Tàpies, 1988, n.p., no. 36, illustrated in colour
New York, The Elkon Gallery, Antoni Tàpies, 1989, p. 11, illustrated in colour
Geneva, Galerie Jan Krugier, Ditesheim & Cie, 1989. Artistes Espagnols du XXe siècle, 1989, n.p., no. 61, illustrated in colour
Locarno, Casa Rusca, Pinacoteca Communale, Antoni Tàpies, 1998, p. 167, illustrated in colour
Literature
Anna Agusti, Tàpies, The Complete Works: 1986-1990, Vol. 6, Barcelona 2000, p. 208, no. 5584, illustrated
Condition
This work is in very good condition. Close inspection reveals a very small crease to the extreme lower left corner of the paper. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultraviolet light.
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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."