- 28
Franz Kline
Estimate
70,000 - 90,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Franz Kline
- Untitled
- signed with artist's initials; signed on the reverse of the backing board
- oil on telephone book page laid on board
- 9 by 11 in. 22.9 by 27.9 cm.
- Executed in 1952.
Provenance
Leo Castelli Gallery, New York
Condition
This work is in fair condition overall. The sheet is laid on board. The edges of the sheet are lifting slightly from the board. There is subtle undulation to the sheet. There is scattered cracking to the pigment with pin-point foxing and time staining to the sheet. There are minor losses and a few minor tears to support along the edges. Framed under Plexiglas.
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.
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.