$15,990
Alexander Calder (American, 1898-1976) Ben Hur Signed "Calder" l. r., titled l.c., inscribed "Ben Hurry" u.c. in a banner within the composition, inscribed in pencil indistinctly on the reverse. Ink on paper, 19 1/8 x 24 7/8 in. (48.5 x 63.3 cm), framed. Condition: Restored tears to the edges of the sheet corresponding to eight patches around the perimeter of the reverse, nicks and small tears along the edges, crease to l.l. side, handling creases, toning overall with acid burn to the edges of the sheet, soiling, four old brown paper tape hinges to the reverse. N.B. Calder Foundation Application Number A26695. The Calder Foundation dates this drawing to 1931.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2015-09-11
