Description:
Robert Motherwell (American, 1915-1991)
Untitled, 1978, edition of 24 plus proofs, published by the artist and released by Brooke Alexander, Inc., New York (Dedalus, 223; Terenzio & Belknap, 192). Signed and numbered "Motherwell 21/24" in pencil l.r. Lithograph on buff chine collé, image (chine collé) size 19 3/8 x 19 1/2 in. (49.2 x 49.4 cm),framed.
Condition: Small stain near left edge of chine collé, not examined out of frame.
Estimate $1,200-1,800
Sheet measures 28 3/4 x 25 1/4 in. and has deckled edges. Robert Motherwell Editions blindstamp l.l. Gently light-struck. Slight rippling. Hinged at upper corners. Scattered subtle fox marks or similar along bottom edge in margin. No additional issues to report.
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