05-20-201105-21-2011
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2547BBoston
May 20, 2011 12:00 PMCalender
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Naum Gabo (British/Russian, 1890-1977) Opus Four (The Lyrebird)

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$1,541$1,300
Auction: American & European Works of Art - 2547BLocation: BostonDate / Time: May 20, 2011 12:00PM

Description:

Naum Gabo (British/Russian, 1890-1977)

Opus Four (The Lyrebird), 1950, edition of over 32 (Williams, p. 56). Signed "Gabo" in pencil (twice) l.r., inscribed "N4 op.4" in pencil l.l., inscribed in lower margin. Woodcut in brown on paper, image size 6 1/4 x 5 3/8 in. (15.8 x 13.5 cm),framed.
Condition: Mat burn, foxing, toning, not examined out of frame.
Estimate $700-900

Out of the frame, the sheet is a thin tissue measuring 10 7/8 x 7 3/4 inches. There is masking tape to the upper edge.

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