Jones, Allen

Estimate

2,000 - 3,000 USD

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Description

Autograph letter signed to Gabriele, London, no date
ink on paper

One page (11 3/4 x 8 1/4 in.; 298 x 210 mm.), signed "Allen", on a letterhead paper illustrated with one of his most famous work "Hatstand" seeing from the back.

Catalogue Note

Rare autograph letter from pop-artist and designer Allen Jones.

"Dear Gabriele, I go to New York on the morning of 26 january until the 31 of january. It seems that we will miss each other this time. Thank you so much for the cuttings and invitation to myself and the family. Let’s hope it won’t be too long before we meet again. Allen."

Allen Jones used one of his most famous works, "Hastand" part of the work "Hatstand, Table and Chair" showing three fiberglass sculptures of women transformed into items of furniture, as background of his letterhead paper.