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Helen Frankenthaler
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Helen Frankenthaler
- Midnight (Harrison 123)
- Color Aquatint and Drypoint
- image: 19 1/2 by 15 3/4 in. (49.5 by 40 cm.)
- sheet: 32 by 25 1/4 in. (81.3 by 64.1 cm.)
aquatint and drypoint printed in colors, signed in pencil, dated, numbered 68/71 (total edition includes eight artist's proofs), on Magnani wove paper, with the blindstamp of the printer, Vigna Antoniniana Stamperia d'Arte, Rome, with the blindstamp of the printer, 2RC Edizioni d'Arte, Roma, unframed, 1987
Condition
The print is in good condition. The margins of the sheet are slightly toned, the blue appears slightly attenuated. There is a three inch diagonal crease in the upper right hand corner. Upper left corner appears slightly rubbed and with a faint crease. Lower left corner with an inconspicuous soft crease. There is a spot of discoloration in the center right margin. The verso in good condition. Evidence of previous hinging at all four corners. A few scattered faint fox marks and some surface dirt.
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.