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Josef Albers
Estimate
250,000 - 350,000 USD
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Description
- Josef Albers
- Study for Homage to the Square: At Home
- signed with the artist's monogram and dated 61; signed, titled, dated 1961 twice and variously inscribed on the reverse
- oil on masonite
- 30 by 30 in. 76.2 by 76.2 cm.
Provenance
Sidney Janis Gallery, New York
Fairweather Hardin Gallery, Chicago
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1961
Fairweather Hardin Gallery, Chicago
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1961
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is evidence of light wear and handling to the edges, resulting in some minor discoloration to the white margins. The entire board has been varnished by the artist. The colors remain bright, fresh and clean. Under close inspection, minor and light unobtrusive abrasions are visible, the most noticeable being just above the artist's monogram and in the bottom right of the central yellow square. The layers of varnish fluoresce brightly under Ultraviolet light inspection, but 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.