Modern + Contemporary Art, Design & Luxury
Sat, Apr 23, 2022 12:00PM EDT
Lot 141
Sister Corita Kent "Wide Open" Serigraph, Signed
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
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: Sister Corita Kent (1918-1986)
Marking(s); notes: signed, marking(s); from the edition of 100; 1964
Country of origin; materials: American; color screenprint/serigraph on Pellon
Dimensions (H, W, D): 29.5"h, 35.5"w; 30.5"h, 36.5"w frame
Additional Information: "Wide Open" is CAC 64-30 in the Corita Art Center's archives. Per the Portland Art Museum, who maintains a collection of her work and held the 2016 exhibition titled "Corita Kent: Spiritual Pop," "Kent's hunger for reform and social justice are evident in this print, which combines the biblical with the political. "Open wide" is used in Psalm 24:9 -- "Open wide...that the King of Glory may enter in" -- as well as in a speech given by President Lyndon B. Johnson, in which he exhorted the audience to "Open wide the exits from poverty to the children of the poor." (source: http://portlandartmuseum.us/) Work is depicted on pages 25 and 31 of the 1965 catalog of serigraphs offered as lot 142a in this auction.
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, some age discoloration and small marks, pinholes in corners (condition of art only)
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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, marking(s); from the edition of 100; 1964
Country of origin; materials: American; color screenprint/serigraph on Pellon
Dimensions (H, W, D): 29.5"h, 35.5"w; 30.5"h, 36.5"w frame
Additional Information: "Wide Open" is CAC 64-30 in the Corita Art Center's archives. Per the Portland Art Museum, who maintains a collection of her work and held the 2016 exhibition titled "Corita Kent: Spiritual Pop," "Kent's hunger for reform and social justice are evident in this print, which combines the biblical with the political. "Open wide" is used in Psalm 24:9 -- "Open wide...that the King of Glory may enter in" -- as well as in a speech given by President Lyndon B. Johnson, in which he exhorted the audience to "Open wide the exits from poverty to the children of the poor." (source: http://portlandartmuseum.us/) Work is depicted on pages 25 and 31 of the 1965 catalog of serigraphs offered as lot 142a in this auction.
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
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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.
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