$4,613
Robert Natkin (American, 1930-2010) Apollo, May Signed "Natkin" l. l. and on the reverse, titled on a label from the Cincinnati Art Museum affixed to the stretcher, inscribed "POINDEXTER/..." on the stretcher, with several unattributed inventory labels affixed to the stretcher. Acrylic on canvas, round stretcher, diameter 72 in. (183.9 cm), framed. Condition: Small area of fine craquelure u.l. Provenance: Poindexter Gallery, New York; through to the current private Massachusetts collection. Estimate $3,500-5,500 The unattributed labels affixed to the stretcher include: "4607/x212," "F5694/NATKIN $9,000," ROBERT NATKIN/924 WEST END AVENUE/NEW YORK, NEW YORK," "523820/02, LC/Chicago," and "SPB/212." There are additional areas of craquelure at lower left and lower right and scattered small accretions or varnish inconsistencies. 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 omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-05-11
