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Boris Aronson
(Ukrainian, 1898-1980)
Untitled (Kneeling Figure), 1936
Estimate: $400-$600
Sold
$350
Live Auction
Master of Ceremonies: The Joel Grey Collection
Size
11 1/2 x 9 1/4 inches.
Description
Boris Aronson
(Ukrainian, 1898-1980)
Untitled (Kneeling Figure), 1936
pencil, ink and gouache on paper
signed Boris Aronson and dated (lower right)
11 1/2 x 9 1/4 inches.
The Collection of Joel Grey
Condition
Framed: 15 x 13 x 2 in.The drawing was not examined out of the frame. The notebook paper is toned and has a line of discoloration at the top edge where the page was torn from its notebook. There are losses to the bottom two corners and a few small tears at the corners and at bottom center. There are other small tears at edges and top, the largest approx. 1/2 in. There are some soft handling creases throughout. See Specialist's photos for more details.
Signature
signed Boris Aronson and dated (lower right)
Provenance
Lot Note:Boris Aronson was a visionary American scenic designer whose work transformed both Broadway and Yiddish theatre with its bold innovation and emotional depth. Over the course of his illustrious career, he won six Tony Awards for Scenic Design, crafting iconic sets for productions such as Fiddler on the Roof, Cabaret, and Company, and leaving a lasting impact on modern stage design.