Description:
Alex Katz (American, b. 1927)
Dog at Duck Trap, 1975, edition of 90 plus proofs, printed by Styria Studio, New York, published by Brooke Alexander, New York, and Marlborough Graphics, New York (Maravell, 81). Signed and numbered "Alex Katz 84/90" in pencil within the image l.l. Color lithograph on paper, image/sheet size 29 x 43 1/8 in. (73.5 x 109.4 cm),framed.
Condition: Deckled edges, possible subtle toning, floated within the frame, not examined out of frame.
Provenance: Collection of Bernard Toale and Joseph Zina, Boston, Massachusetts.
Estimate $4,000-6,000
Due to extensive framing, the print cannot be examined out of the frame, but it is floated so the edges are visible. The print is hinged along the top in four places. Small area of discoloration in upper right part of dog's head. Subtle toning at left edge. Heavy weight wover paper of quality like Arches or similar. The print has been in the collector's home for over thirty years.
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