Lot 121
- 121
Matta (1911-2002)
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Matta
- Oeficiency
- titled, indistinctly inscribed along bottom and numbered ANJ 2150-EX21 KAP lower right
- graphite and crayon on paper
- 9 3/4 by 13 1/8 in.
- 24.6 by 33.3 cm
- Executed in 1951.
Provenance
Ruth Moskin Fineshriber, New York (acquired from the artist, circa 1950s)
Sale: Christie's, New York, Latin American Sale, June 1, 2007, lot 204, illustrated in color
Sale: Christie's, New York, Latin American Sale, June 1, 2007, lot 204, illustrated in color
Exhibited
New York, The Museum of Modern Art; Minneapolis, Walker Art Center; Boston, Institute of Contemporary Art, Matta, September, 1957-March, 1958, p. 35, no. 34
Condition
The sheet is hinged to the mat twice along the top edge. The lower and right edges are deckled. There is smudging throughout consistent with the artist's use of medium. There are pinholes to the upper left and right corners. There is darkening to the left and right edges of the reverse. Otherwise in very good condition.
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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.