$14,760
George Grosz (German/American, 1893-1959) Evening Signed "GROSZ" l. l., identified on a detached label from Associated American Artists, New York, now re-affixed to the frame backing paper. Watercolor on paper, 18 7/8 x 14 3/4 in. (48.0 x 37.5 cm), framed. Condition: Mat burn, minor toning, subtle rippling, tack holes to the edges of the sheet, brown paper tape hinge remnants to the top edge of the reverse and to the upper corners of the recto. Provenance: Studio of the artist, Douglaston, Long Island, New York, 1943; to Associated American Artists Gallery, New York; purchased by John Charles Harris of St. Louis in 1947; by family descent to the current owners. N.B. The watercolor has been reviewed by Ralph Jentsch, who confirmed that the work is an original by George Grosz and that it will be included in the forthcoming catalogue raisonné of works on paper by George Grosz. A photo certificate from Dr. Jentsch accompanies the lot. Estimate $4,000-6,000 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. Read more…
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-05-11
