94
R.B. Kitaj
(American, 1932-2007)
Mary-Ann, 1980
Estimate: $300-$500
Sold
$250
Live Auction
Master of Ceremonies: The Joel Grey Collection
Size
Image: 19 1/8 x 14 inches.
Description
R.B. Kitaj
(American, 1932-2007)
Mary-Ann, 1980
lithograph on Arches
signed and dedicated for Joël with love in pencil
Image: 19 1/8 x 14 inches.
The Collection of Joel Grey
Condition
Framed: 26 1/4 x 19 inches.Sheet: 25 1/4 x 18 inches.The paper is hinged to the mat with tape in the top two corners verso. The paper is toned and has a vertical line of mat burn on the verso at extreme left edge. There are some soft handling creases, otherwise in overall very good condition.
Signature
signed and dedicated for Joël with love in pencil
Provenance
Lot Note:R.B. Kitaj and Mr. Grey met as children in grammar school in Cleveland, Ohio, reconnecting years later as adults when Grey- by then an admirer of great artists- was struck to discover that “Ronnie Kitaj” had become the renowned R.B. Kitaj. A joyful reunion in London marked the rekindling of a deep bond. Reflecting on their reunion, Grey recalled embracing Kitaj at a gallery opening “as if we had seen each other the day before. I loved him very much."