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Joseph Cornell
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- Joseph Cornell
- Untitled (Rocking Horse in Forest)
- signed and dated 11.13.59 on the reverse
- printed paper collage on Masonite, in artist's chosen frame
- Board: 12 by 9 in. 30.5 by 22.8 cm.
- Framed: 18 1/8 by 15 in. 46 by 38.1 cm.
Provenance
Helen Jagger, Westhampton, New York (sister of the artist)
Helen Batcheller, Westhampton, New York (niece of the artist, by descent from the above)
Helen Batcheller, Westhampton, New York (niece of the artist, by descent from the above)
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. All collaged elements are intact. There is light wear to the edges of the paper and there is a hairline arched abrasion at the center of the collage. There are scattered pinpoint accretions along the bottom edge, due to the artist's working method and choice of found material. Framed under Plexiglas in artist's chosen frame.
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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.