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May 13, 2016 12:00 PMCalender
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Frank Stella (American, b. 1936) River of Ponds, IV

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$3,690$3,000
Auction: American & European Works of Art - 2895BLocation: BostonDate / Time: May 13, 2016 12:00PM

Description:

Frank Stella (American, b. 1936)

River of Ponds, IV, from the series Newfoundland, 1971, proof outside the edition of 70, published by Gemini, G.E.L., Los Angeles (Axsom, 53). Numbered, signed, and dated "A.P. II F. Stella '71" in pencil l.r., publisher's and copyright dry stamps l.r., identified on a label from Irving Galleries, Palm Beach, affixed to the backing. Color lithograph on paper, image size 32 x 32 in. (81.2 x 81.2 cm),framed.
Condition: Subtle toning to margins, not examined out of frame.
Estimate $3,000-5,000

Sheet measures 38 x 38 in. (96.5 x 96.5 cm). Additional markings: stamped "Gemini, G.E.L./Los Angeles, Calif." and inscribed "FS70-355" in pencil on verso l.l. The print is unmounted and is not hinged to a support. Subtle corrugation stains on verso at left and top edges with some bleedthrough to the margins on the recto. Minor soiling l.r. corner on verso.


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