Leon Berkowitz
Vertical No. 7 , 1968 (Executed)
Lot #153 |
2010-09-27 |
Sotheby's, New York
Contemporary Art
Category:
Painting
Estimate:
USD 5,000 - 7,000 (currency of sale)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: N08662
Auction name: Contemporary Art
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: New York
Start date: 2010-09-27
Currency: USD
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Dimensions: 113 3/4 by 17 3/4 in. 288.9 by 45.1 cm
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
288.9
Width In Centimeters:
45.1
Height In Inches:
113.74
Width In Inches:
17.75
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Year notes: Executed in 1968.
Provenance
Ida Fox Berkowitz, Washington D.C. Gift to the present owner from the above in 1969 Condition This work is in good condition. There is wear to the edges and some surface dirt. The dark spots in the area of purple pigment towards the bottom edge are likely drip accretions. Unframed. 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.
Catalog summary
Leon Berkowitz Vertical No. 7 signed and dated 68 on the reverse; signed and titled on the stretcher acrylic on canvas 113 3/4 by 17 3/4 in. 288.9 by 45.1 cm Provenance Ida Fox Berkowitz, Washington D.C. Gift to the present owner from the above in 1969 Condition This work is in good condition. There is wear to the edges and some surface dirt. The dark spots in the area of purple pigment towards the bottom edge are likely drip accretions. Unframed. 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.