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Helen Frankenthaler
Estimate
275,000 - 325,000 USD
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Description
- Helen Frankenthaler
- Fenice
- signed; signed, titled and dated Dec. 26 1977 on the reverse
- acrylic on canvas
- 74 by 54 3/4 in. 188 by 139.1 cm.
Provenance
Knoedler Gallery, London
Rita Cohen, Montreal (acquired from the above circa 1978)
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Rita Cohen, Montreal (acquired from the above circa 1978)
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
This work is in excellent condition overall. The canvas is unlined. Upon very close inspection there are some minor, unobtrusive irregularities in the weave of the canvas, inherent to the support. 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.
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.