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Josef Albers
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- Josef Albers
- Homage to the Square
- signed with the artist's monogram and date 61
- oil on masonite
- 16 by 16 in. 40.6 by 40.6 cm.
Provenance
The Estate of Josef Albers
The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation, Bethany
PaceWildenstein, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above
The Josef and Anni Albers Foundation, Bethany
PaceWildenstein, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Exhibited
New York, Danese, Albers, May 1998, n.p., illustrated
New York, PaceWildenstein, Josef Albers: Homage to Color, May - June 2003, cat. no. 6, p. 17, illustrated
New York, PaceWildenstein, Josef Albers: Homage to Color, May - June 2003, cat. no. 6, p. 17, illustrated
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is evidence of light wear and handling to the edges, resulting in some minor discoloration to the white margins. There are some very minor pinpoint accretions. Under Ultraviolet light inspection there is no evidence of restoration. Framed.
Please note the auction begins at 9:00 am on November 12th.
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.
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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.