$10,000
Ellsworth Kelly (American, 1923-2015) Lemon Branch, 1965-66, edition of 75 plus proofs, published by Maeght Éditeur, Paris (Axsom, 57). Signed "Kelly" in pencil l.r., numbered "54/75" in pencil l.l. Lithograph on paper, image size 31 1/4 x 11 1/4 in. (79.3 x 28.5 cm), framed. Condition: Full sheet with deckled edges, floated within the frame, not examined out of frame. Estimate $5,000-7,000 The sheet measures 35 3/8 x 24 in. and is gently rippled. There are scratches to the surface of the Plexiglas - there are no lines of soiling to the sheet. The sheet has BFK watermarks, and is hinged along the upper edge near the corners. It is also gently rippled. There are minor crimps to the deckles (almost exclusively to the lower edge). the verso is inscribed with the title "Brandhe de citron" in the center of the lower edge and is also annotated "INV.#3136" in one corner. The frame measures 38 1/2 x 26 3/4 x 2 1/4 in. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. 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 shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2020-09-14
