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Provenance

Estate of the artist Karl Flinker, Paris (acquired from the above) Private collection, Cologne Galerie Gmurzynska, Cologne Purchased from the above by the present owner

Exhibited

Punkaharju, Finland, Retretti Art Centre, Delaunay, Robert; Sonia Delaunay; Frank Kupka , 1996, no. 26, illustrated in the catalogue Condition The artist's sheet has been hinged to the backing board at its four corners, on the reverse. There are some signs of wear and of a folding line in the upper right corner. Colours are strong and vibrant. This work is ready to hang. <br><br>Presented mounted, glazed and framed. "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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE." Catalogue Note Executed circa 1923.

Catalog summary

František Kupka Constructivist Composition stamped with the artist's stamp lower centre crayon and pencil on paper 17.5 by 23.5cm., 7 by 9¼in. Provenance Estate of the artist Karl Flinker, Paris (acquired from the above) Private collection, Cologne Galerie Gmurzynska, Cologne Purchased from the above by the present owner Exhibited Punkaharju, Finland, Retretti Art Centre, Delaunay, Robert; Sonia Delaunay; Frank Kupka , 1996, no. 26, illustrated in the catalogue Condition The artist's sheet has been hinged to the backing board at its four corners, on the reverse. There are some signs of wear and of a folding line in the upper right corner. Colours are strong and vibrant. This work is ready to hang. <br><br>Presented mounted, glazed and framed. "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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE." Catalogue Note Executed circa 1923.