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Josef Albers (1888-1976)
Formulation Articulation I & II (complete portfolios, 127 works, 66 sheets), 1972
Screenprints in colors on wove paper
15-3/4 x 20-7/8 inches (40.0 x 53.0 cm) (each portfolio case)
Ed. 427/1000
Signed and editioned in ink on the title page of the first portfolio; each print folder inscribed with the plate and folder numbers in ink verso
Co-published by Harry N. Abrams, Inc., New York and Ives-Sillman, Inc., New Haven

Additional impressions of this work can be found in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York; the Museum of Modern Art, New York; the Telfair Museum of Art, Savannah, Georgia; the Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; and the Brooklyn Museum, New York.


More information about Josef Albers. See also: Albers, Josef, Albers, Joseph Artist.

Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000.

Condition Report*: Presents very well with vivid colors. A few minor marks on the fronts or backs of some folders, do not appear to impact images. A few minor handling dents throughout. All folders contained within the two original beige linen-covered portfolio cases, and dark grey cloth-covered slipcases.
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