Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Live Auction

Modern & Contemporary Art + Design

Sat, Dec 3, 2022 12:00PM EST
Lot 908

Karen Shapiro Sculpture, 3 Pcs.

Estimate: $400 - $600

Bid Increments

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$500 $50
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$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Karen Shapiro (b. 1947)
Marking(s); notes: signed; 2000
Country of origin; materials: American; earthenware, raku stoneware
Dimensions (H, W, D): largest piece: 11"h, 4"w, 4"d
Additional Information: The sculpture is titled "Lipstick." Provenance: Collection of Dr. Robert and Deanna Harris Burger | Flint Institute of Arts, Flint, Michigan. A selection of over one hundred thirty pieces from their contemporary ceramics collection will be offered over a series of auctions to benefit the museum's acquisitions fund.

Fall/Winter 2022 Auction Schedule
- Thu. 12.1.22: LUXE - Branded Luxury Boutique Auction
- Sat. 12.3.22: Modern & Contemporary Art + Design
- Sat. 1.21.23: UCA - Pop & Urban Culture Auction
- Now consigning: February 2023 Modern & Contemporary Art + Design

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Condition

very good, light crazing, no chips/cracks/repairs

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