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Hans Hofmann
Estimate
300,000 - 400,000 USD
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Description
- Hans Hofmann
- Rapture
- signed and dated 62; signed, titled and dated 1962 on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 30 by 25 in. 76 by 63.5 cm.
Provenance
Collection of Renata Hofmann
Private Collection, Florida (gift of the above circa 1987)
By descent to the present owner from the above
Private Collection, Florida (gift of the above circa 1987)
By descent to the present owner from the above
Literature
Suzi Villiger, ed., Hans Hofmann Catalogue Raisonné of Paintings, Volume III: 1952-1965, London, 2014, cat. no. P1452, p. 384
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The edges of the canvas are taped. There is evidence of light wear and handling along the edges, including very faint hairline craquelure along the upper edge at the left side. The colors are bright, fresh and clean. There is minor hairline craquelure in some areas of impasto, all of which appear stable. There is minor surface soiling in the white painted area in the upper left. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed.
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.