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Please note, this lot is accompanied by a painted wooden base that is not part of the work. The work is structurally sound. Surface variation and handling marks, wear, drip accretions, scuffs, rubs, fine surface scratches, abrasions and losses are scattered. Two stickers are affixed to the left outer edge of the base and residue of another is to the right outer edge of the base. Adhesive residue is also visible to the reverse of the sculpture. Hairline cracks are scattered, most notably to the reverse, one with slight lifting, and inner box element. Staining to the lower edge of the inner box and to the left edge and reverse has been treated and toned. There is no apparent inpainting visible under ultraviolet light.
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Lot 63Sale 23553
Black SunLOUISE NEVELSON (1899-1988)Estimate: USD 25,000 - 35,000
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