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Ellsworth Kelly
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Ellsworth Kelly
- Black Form; and Red (Axsom 60 and 296)
- Lithograph printed in colors
- first sheet: 430 by 565 mm 17 by 22 1/4 in
- second sheet: 1205 by 935 mm 47 1/2 by 36 7/8 in
Two lithographs printed in colors, 1967 and 2001, each signed in pencil, the first from the portfolio 9 and numbered 64/100, the second inscribed 'PP III', a printer's proof aside from the numbered edition of 45 (total edition includes ten artist's proofs), on Rives BFK white paper, with the blindstamps of the publishers, Hollander Workshop, New York and Gemini G.E.L., Los Angeles, respectively, framed (2 prints)
Condition
Black Form: With full margins, in generally good condition apart from minor printing imperfections and foxing scattered throughout the unprinted areas of the sheet. The verso, with light skinning in the bottom sheet edge at left, center and right, presumably from previous hinges. Occasional fox marks and time stain at the extreme sheet edges, which curl slightly towards the image.
Red: The full sheet, the print is in good condition. The sheet is tipped to a back mat at 6 inch intervals.
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.