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Milton Avery
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Milton Avery
- Trees
- signed Milton Avery and dated 1956 (lower left); signed Milton Avery, titled "Trees", and dated 1956 (verso)
- mixed media on rice paper
- 18 by 24 inches
- (45.8 by 61 cm)
Provenance
Sid Deutsch Gallery, New York
Purchased from the above by the present owner, 1978
Purchased from the above by the present owner, 1978
Exhibited
Bridgeport, Connecticut, Museum of Art, Science & Industry, Milton Avery: Works and Gifts from the Collection of Roy R. Neuberger/ Selections from Connecticut Collectors, October 17 - November 29, 1987 (as Green and Black Trees)
New York, DC Moore Gallery, Milton Avery, March 21 - April 27, 2013 (as Green and Black Trees)
New York, DC Moore Gallery, Milton Avery, March 21 - April 27, 2013 (as Green and Black Trees)
Condition
Generally in good condition. Minor soiling to surface of sheet; scattered light stains and spots of foxing, mostly along edges; sheet is of a thin consistency (tissue like) - handling crease mostly along edges, largest at lower center extending approximately 3 inches; repairs to both upper corners; sheet is hinged to backing with two pieces of white paper tape along upper edge verso.
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.