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Ellsworth Kelly
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Ellsworth Kelly
- Diagonal with Black (State), Concorde II (State) & Concorde V (State) (A. 195a, 197a & 200a)
- Aquatint and etching
- first sheet: 867 by 738 mm 34 1/8 by 29 in
- second sheet: 825 by 638 mm 32 1/2 by 25 1/8 in
Three etchings and aquatints, 1981-1982, each signed in pencil, inscribed '16/18 State', from The Concorde Series, on Arches Cover paper, with the blindstamp of the publisher and inkstamp (verso), Gemini G.E.L., Los Angeles, framed (3 prints)
Condition
The prints are in generally good condition, the full sheets. Each sheet is toned and has varying degrees of foxing. The sheets of Concorde II (State) and Concorde V (State) are toned and the bottom sheet edges curl inward slightly.
Diagonal with Black (State): The sheet is toned and foxed.
Concorde II (State): There are rectangular bands of discoloration of varying sizes in each margin of the sheet. The hinges press through in the top corners.
Concorde V (State): There are scattered fox marks and surface soiling on the upper half of the verso.
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.