324
Modern Contemporary School
(21st century)
Three Works: Portrait of a Man Facing Right; together with Portrait of an Open-Mouthed Man; and Portrait of a Man Facing Left, 1949 (3)
Estimate: $800-$1,200
Passed
Live Auction
What Do You See? The Collection of Sidney Rothberg, Part IV
Location
Philadelphia
Size
largest: 17 x 14 5/8 in. (43.2 x 37.1cm)
Description
Modern Contemporary School
(21st century)
Three Works: Portrait of a Man Facing Right; together with Portrait of an Open-Mouthed Man; and Portrait of a Man Facing Left, 1949 (3)
watercolor on paper
one dated and dedicated For Graham Ackroyd; also bearing inscription Henry K. (lower center)
largest: 17 x 14 5/8 in. (43.2 x 37.1cm)
The Collection of Sidney Rothberg, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
This lot is located in Philadelphia.
Condition
1: 15 7/8 x 10 1/4 in.2: 15 7/8 x 10 1/2 in.3: 17 x 14 5/8 in. (double sided)In overall good condition. The sheets are generally toned, with discoloration and slight smudges along the outer edges indicative of handing. The main sheet (the largest) has two pinholes in the bottom corners, with an extended tear at bottom right. Another small paper tear in the middle of the right outer edge. With uneven edges, especially visible towards the bottom of the right outer edge (likely cut at some point). The right sheet (profile facing left) has an outer left beveled edge. No evidence of tear ore repair. With otherwise fresh colors, and some slight toning throughout. The left sheet (profile facing right) also shows evidence of handling towards the outer edges. With brown soiling in the background at center right. No evidence of tear or repair. Additional images available upon request.
Signature
one dated and dedicated For Graham Ackroyd; also bearing inscription Henry K. (lower center)
Provenance
Unframed.