Modern + Contemporary Art & Design, Fall 2021
Sat, Nov 6, 2021 12:00PM EDT
Lot 271
Betty (Cornell Benton) Voorh Paper Collage
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Elizabeth (Betty) Cornell Benton Voorh (1905-2000)
Marking(s); notes: signed, marking(s)
Country of origin; materials: American; paper collage on masonite
Dimensions (H, W, D): 11.5"h, 8.5"w; 16.5"w, 13.5"d frame
Additional Information: Work is titled "Stone Head in Mountainous Landscape," signed and dedicated "for Leila." The work is described in the Christie's appraisal provided by the consignor as a collaboration between Betty Voorh and her brother, assemblage artist and filmmaker Joseph Cornell (1903-1972). Author, world traveler and socialite Leila Hadley Luce (1925-2009), to whom the collage is dedicated, was a frequent subject and recipient of Joseph Cornell's artwork. (sources: https://americanart.si.edu/artwork/untitled-leila-hadley-73975 and related pages; "Embrace Your Fate, Darling," nytimes.com, 7.3.2005). Provenance: Artist | Collection of Leila Hadley Luce, New York, New York | Private Collection, Palm Beach, Florida.
Fall 2021 Auction Series
Saturday, November 6th: Modern + Contemporary Art & Design (Session I)
Saturday, November 6th: Editions & Photography (Session II)
Sunday, November 7th: Branded Luxury & The Henry Torres Collection (Session III)
Live previews begin October 25th, Mon.-Fri. 10am-5pm ET. Please direct any questions and/or consignment inquiries to info@modernauctions.com.
good, slight lifting to some corners/edges of collaged elements, slight concave warp to masonite, not examined outside frame (condition of art only; some tears to backing and general wear to frame consistent with age)
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Marking(s); notes: signed, marking(s)
Country of origin; materials: American; paper collage on masonite
Dimensions (H, W, D): 11.5"h, 8.5"w; 16.5"w, 13.5"d frame
Additional Information: Work is titled "Stone Head in Mountainous Landscape," signed and dedicated "for Leila." The work is described in the Christie's appraisal provided by the consignor as a collaboration between Betty Voorh and her brother, assemblage artist and filmmaker Joseph Cornell (1903-1972). Author, world traveler and socialite Leila Hadley Luce (1925-2009), to whom the collage is dedicated, was a frequent subject and recipient of Joseph Cornell's artwork. (sources: https://americanart.si.edu/artwork/untitled-leila-hadley-73975 and related pages; "Embrace Your Fate, Darling," nytimes.com, 7.3.2005). Provenance: Artist | Collection of Leila Hadley Luce, New York, New York | Private Collection, Palm Beach, Florida.
Fall 2021 Auction Series
Saturday, November 6th: Modern + Contemporary Art & Design (Session I)
Saturday, November 6th: Editions & Photography (Session II)
Sunday, November 7th: Branded Luxury & The Henry Torres Collection (Session III)
Live previews begin October 25th, Mon.-Fri. 10am-5pm ET. Please direct any questions and/or consignment inquiries to info@modernauctions.com.
Condition
All bidders in our auctions should be aware of the following:
Lots are sold "AS IS" as described in the Terms & Conditions of Auction. Statements regarding the condition of objects are only for general guidance and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Palm Beach Modern Auctions. PBMA strives to provide as much information as possible about items, including multiple photos, dimensions and condition reports. Some condition issues may not be noted in the condition report but are apparent in the provided photos which are considered part of the condition report. All bidders are encouraged to inspect items of interest in person and ask any questions they may have prior to bidding as well as review all points in the Terms & Conditions.
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