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Alexander Istrati
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Alexander Istrati
- Blue
- signed and dated 57; signed, dated and inscribed on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 36 1/4 by 28 1/2 in.
- 92 by 72.4 cm.
Provenance
World House Galleries, New York
Collection of Joseph H. Hirshhorn, New York (acquired from the above, April 21, 1958)
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC (gift of Joseph Hirshhorn, 1966)
Collection of Joseph H. Hirshhorn, New York (acquired from the above, April 21, 1958)
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC (gift of Joseph Hirshhorn, 1966)
Condition
In good condition aside from slight surface dust and a few isolated areas of pigment separation (center right and upper right in black). Under UV: no apparent in-painting
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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.