$8,750
This work is in overall stable condition.
Minor damage to book board, Primarily in corners, along extreme edge, and spine. Age toning noted, throughout the book. Some minor fading to illustrations on each page. Acid burn due to acid migration most likely from adhesive used in binding process. Soiling, creases, and Handling wear to dust jacket. Original drawing by artist presents well. Framed behind acrylic measuring 22 x 21 inches.
Signed to lower right of cover 'de Kooning'. This work is published by Walker and Company, New York.
1967
bound volume with black and white illustrations and pen and ink drawing on front cover
10¼ h × 8¼ w in (26 × 21 cm)
Provenance: Swann, American Art, 9 June 2005, Lot 203
Auctioneer:
Rago
Date:
2020-09-23