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George Grosz
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- George Grosz
- Street Scene, New York
- signed Grosz and dated N.Y. 32, l.r. and inscribed Arbeiter, l.l.; stamped with the artist's estate stamp and number 4-54-1 on the reverse
- India Ink, pen and ink and ink wash on paper
- 20 5/8 by 15 7/8 in.
- 52.4 by 40.3 cm.
- Executed in 1932.
Provenance
Studio of the artist, Berlin, 1932
Estate of the artist, 1959
Soufer Gallery, New York
Acquired from the above by the father of the present owner on October 10, 1981
Estate of the artist, 1959
Soufer Gallery, New York
Acquired from the above by the father of the present owner on October 10, 1981
Condition
The sheet is is hinged at the top edge in two places. The artist's pinholes are visible in all 4 corners and at the center of each edge. There is a small vertical tear along the upper right edge, barely visible in the current matting; a small horizontal tear along the lower left edge that is not visible in the current matting; and a few tiny nicks and dents along the lower edge. The sheet is in generally good condition aside from light stain, general dirt from handling and a few minor light ripples.
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.