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Mark Tobey
(American, 1890-1976)
Untitled (Abstract), 1966
Estimate: $2,000-$3,000
Sold
$1,200
Live Auction
What Do You See? The Collection of Sidney Rothberg, Part IV
Location
Philadelphia
Size
6 x 4 1/4 in. (15.2 x 10.8cm)
Description
Mark Tobey
(American, 1890-1976)
Untitled (Abstract), 1966
tempera on paper
signed Tobey and dated (lower left)
6 x 4 1/4 in. (15.2 x 10.8cm)
The Collection of Sidney Rothberg, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
This lot is located in Philadelphia.
Condition
The sheet is affixed to a larger rice paper at upper left and upper right edges via small paper hinges verso. The larger sheet displays evidence of foxing at bottom center, with some fragments part of the laid paper itself. The sheet is slightly toned, with lightly uneven edges. Small undulations in the paper towards the bottom part of the sheet and along the left outer edge, likely due to the medium but also the thin paper itself. Additional images available.
Signature
signed Tobey and dated (lower left)
Provenance
Provenance:Sotheby's, London, sale of December 6, 1996, lot 121A.Acquired directly from the above sale.