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Hans Hofmann
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Hans Hofmann
- Untitled
- signed
- oil and gouache on paper
- 21 1/2 by 25 3/4 in. 54.6 by 65.4 cm.
- Executed circa 1944, this work is stamped on the reverse of the backing board by the Estate of Hans Hofmann and numbered M729/B.
Provenance
Estate of Hans Hofmann
André Emmerich Gallery, Inc., New York (acquired from the above in 1974)
Private Collection, Princeton (acquired from the above in 1976)
Private Collection (acquired from the above circa 1980)
Thence by descent to the present owner
André Emmerich Gallery, Inc., New York (acquired from the above in 1974)
Private Collection, Princeton (acquired from the above in 1976)
Private Collection (acquired from the above circa 1980)
Thence by descent to the present owner
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The sheet is hinged on the reverse along the top edge to the backing board. There is a soft undulation to the sheet and evidence of time staining noted. There is a pinpoint loss of pigment to the bottom left and right corners, as well as to the area of thick red impasto in the upper left quadrant. This area of impasto also exhibits some minor, stable craquelure. Framed under Plexiglas.
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.