- 170
ALEX KATZ | Ada with Coffee
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Alex Katz
- Ada with Coffee
- oil on shaped aluminum
- 23 7/8 by 42 5/8 by 1/4 in. 60.6 by 108.3 by 0.6 cm.
- Executed circa 1970, this work is unique.
Provenance
Robert Miller Gallery, New York
Private Collection (acquired from the above)
Christie's, New York, 17 May 2007, Lot 258
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner
Private Collection (acquired from the above)
Christie's, New York, 17 May 2007, Lot 258
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner
Condition
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. There is evidence of wear and handling along the edges with some minor spots of running and loss exposing the aluminum support underneath at the extreme lateral edges and where the bottom meets the base. Under very close inspection, a few hairline surface and unobtrusive scratches are visible. On one side, a few pinpoint spot accretions are visible in the figure’s hand and bandana. On the other side, a pinpoint spot accretion is visible in the bandana and there are faint blue impressions visible in the figure’s face and hand.
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.