- 136
Hans Hofmann
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Hans Hofmann
- Untitled
- signed and dated viii.1944
- gouache and ink on paper
- 19 1/2 by 24 1/4 in. 49.5 by 61.5 cm.
- Executed in 1944, this work is stamped by the Estate of Hans Hofmann and numbered M-814/1 on the reverse.
Provenance
André Emmerich Gallery, Inc., New York
Christie's, New York, May 4, 1994, lot 134
Private Collection, Santa Monica
Sotheby's, New York, November 10, 2004, lot 127
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Christie's, New York, May 4, 1994, lot 134
Private Collection, Santa Monica
Sotheby's, New York, November 10, 2004, lot 127
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There are artist's pinholes at the four corners and scattered along the edges of the sheet. There are scattered losses to the media throughout the composition, which are largely unobtrusive and noticeable only under close inspection, ranging in size from 1/8 in. to 1/2 in. in length. There is scattered evidence of hard craquelure. The sheet is hinged verso to the matte at intervals along the edges. 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.