Description:
Alex Katz (American, b. 1927)
Olympic Swimmer, 1976, edition of 200 plus proofs, printed by Larry Rosen, Chiron Press, New York, published by Kennedy Graphics Inc., New York (Maravell, 86). Signed and numbered "Alex Katz 91/200" in pencil within the image l.l. Color screenprint on paper, image/sheet size 40 1/8 x 24 7/8 in. (101.8 x 63.0 cm),framed.
Condition: Minute nicks/creases to edges of sheet, floated within the frame, not examined out of frame.
Provenance: A Maine estate.
Estimate $1,000-1,500
Due to scale, the work cannot be examined out of frame without risking damage to the print. However, the work is floated in the frame, and all edges are visible. No additional issues to report.
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