$1,680
Pierre Alechinsky (Belgian, b. 1927) KRACH / A Portfolio of Five Works , 1973, edition of 99 plus proofs. Each signed "Alechinsky" in pencil l.r. and numbered "1/99" in pencil l.l., also signed and numbered in red pencil on the inside back cover of the portfolio. Color aquatints with collage on Japan paper, sheet sizes 30 1/4 x 22 1/8 in. (76.8 x 56.0 cm), unmatted, presented in the original portfolio cover. Condition: Deckled edges, minor creasing/wear to deckles. Provenance: From a private New England collection, sold to benefit a philanthropic organization. Africain subtle toning, slight rippling alone edges of plate mark; Cafe Standard subtle pinpoint foxing u.r., l.r. and l.l. quadrant, Kiew crease u.c. of plate mark to edge of sheet, minor rippling; Portugal pinpoint foxing along lower, upper, and right edges of sheet, subtle accretion u.l. of plate mark, slight rippling along plate mark edges L'Eyrieux pinpoint foxing l.r., subtle rippling. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or Read more…
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2013-02-01
