Modern + Contemporary Art, Design & Luxury
Sat, Apr 23, 2022 12:00PM EDT
Lot 51
Max Ernst "Le Grand Ignorant" Screen, 72"h
Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500
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: Max Ernst (1891-1976)
Marking(s); notes: signed in lithograph; from the edition of 99
Country of origin; materials: German; oil and collage on painted wood, metal, lithograph
Dimensions (H, W, D): 72.5"h, 65"w, 1.5"d fully outstretched (left and right panels 19.75"w each, center panel 25.25"w)
Additional Information: Three-panel screen based on Max Ernst's 1965 painting "The Great Ignoramus" is a mixed media multiple commissioned by Modarco S.A., Geneva, Switzerland in 1974.
Bidders are invited to preview in person at our West Palm Beach location from Monday, April 4th through auction day. Preview hours are Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm. High resolution photos and video preview are available; please direct any questions and/or consignment inquiries to info@modernauctions.com.
very good with exception of backings loose/taped (only visible from back side), some very minor surface wear and small nick to blue element
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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.
Marking(s); notes: signed in lithograph; from the edition of 99
Country of origin; materials: German; oil and collage on painted wood, metal, lithograph
Dimensions (H, W, D): 72.5"h, 65"w, 1.5"d fully outstretched (left and right panels 19.75"w each, center panel 25.25"w)
Additional Information: Three-panel screen based on Max Ernst's 1965 painting "The Great Ignoramus" is a mixed media multiple commissioned by Modarco S.A., Geneva, Switzerland in 1974.
Bidders are invited to preview in person at our West Palm Beach location from Monday, April 4th through auction day. Preview hours are Mon.-Fri., 10am-5pm. High resolution photos and video preview are available; 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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