Lot 196
  • 196

Matta (1911-2002)

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • Matta
  • Untitled
  • signed twice lower left; also dated 1991 on the reverse 
  • charcoal, pastel and spray paint on heavy paper
  • 33 1/4 by 29 3/4 in.
  • 84.4 by 75.5 cm

Provenance

Collection of Eduardo Uhart, Mexico City
Collection of Antonio Garza, Mexico City
Galería Moreno, Mexico City
Sale: Christies, New York, Latin American Art Sale, November 18, 2010, lot 128, illustrated in color
Private Collection, Mexico City

Condition

This work is in generally good condition overall. The medium is stable. The colors are vibrant. A horizontal crease, measuring five-inches, extends from the lower right edge. There is a half-inch tear to the upper edge, near the upper right corner.
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