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    JOSEF ALBERS (American, 1888-1976). Study for Homage to the Square: Stucco Setting, 1958. Oil on board. 29-1/2 x 29-1/2 ...

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    • Paintings, JOSEF ALBERS (American, 1888-1976). Study for Homage to the Square: Stucco Setting, 1958. Oil on board. 29-1/2 x 29-1/2 ...
    • Paintings, JOSEF ALBERS (American, 1888-1976). Study for Homage to the Square: Stucco Setting, 1958. Oil on board. 29-1/2 x 29-1/2 ...
    • Paintings, JOSEF ALBERS (American, 1888-1976). Study for Homage to the Square: Stucco Setting, 1958. Oil on board. 29-1/2 x 29-1/2 ...
    • Paintings, JOSEF ALBERS (American, 1888-1976). Study for Homage to the Square: Stucco Setting, 1958. Oil on board. 29-1/2 x 29-1/2 ...
    Paintings, JOSEF ALBERS (American, 1888-1976). Study for Homage to the Square: Stucco Setting, 1958. Oil on board. 29-1/2 x 29-1/2 ... Paintings, JOSEF ALBERS (American, 1888-1976). Study for Homage to the Square: Stucco Setting, 1958. Oil on board. 29-1/2 x 29-1/2 ... Paintings, JOSEF ALBERS (American, 1888-1976). Study for Homage to the Square: Stucco Setting, 1958. Oil on board. 29-1/2 x 29-1/2 ... Paintings, JOSEF ALBERS (American, 1888-1976). Study for Homage to the Square: Stucco Setting, 1958. Oil on board. 29-1/2 x 29-1/2 ... View More >
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    JOSEF ALBERS (American, 1888-1976)
    Study for Homage to the Square: Stucco Setting, 1958
    Oil on board
    29-1/2 x 29-1/2 inches (74.9 x 74.9 cm)
    Initialed and dated lower right
    Titled, signed, dated and inscribed in ink on the reverse

    PROVENANCE:
    Sidney Janis Gallery (label on the reverse)
    Private Collection, Dallas (acquired from the above)

    EXHIBITED:
    Northampton, Massachusetts Smith College Museum of Art, Josef Albers, February 5 - 23, 1964, cat. no. 6 (not illustrated)
    New York, Sidney Janis Gallery, Albers -- Homage to the Square. 40 New Paintings, September 28 October 24, 1964, not illustrated
    Cincinnati, Contemporary Arts Center of Cincinnati, Josef Albers, not illustrated [incorrectly dated 1961 in catalogue]. Exhibition organized by the Contemporary Arts Center of Cincinnati; traveled to Boise Art Association, Boise, Idaho, August 24 - September 24, 1965; Contemporary Art Association, Houston, Texas, October 1 - November 3, 1965; Newcomb College, New Orleans, Louisiana, November 14 - December 14, 1965; Fort Worth Art Center, Fort Worth, Texas, December 23, 1965 - March 15, 1966; Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, Colorado Springs, Colorado, April 12 - May 16, 1966; Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, Ohio, June 1 - July 14, 1966

    NOTE:
    We want to thank the Josef and Anni Albers Foundation for the assistance to catalogue this lot.
    This painting will be included in the forthcoming catalogue raisonné of the paintings of Josef Albers.

    More information about JOSEF ALBERS, also known as Albers, Josef, Albers, Joseph, Josef Albers.



    Condition Report*: "Although it does need a bit of cleaning, it's a lovely painting and a truly striking instance of Albers' interaction of color thesis. It's amazing how warm that gray becomes against the white!", quote from the Albers Foundation A small area of inpaint in lower right quadrant; surface soiling at the extreme lower right corner above the initial and date; very faint surface soiling, framed
    *Heritage Auctions strives to provide as much information as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Statements regarding the condition of objects are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Heritage. 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. Please note that we do not de-frame lots estimated at $1,000 or less and may not be able to provide additional details for lots valued under $500. Heritage does not guarantee the condition of frames and shall not be liable for any damage/scratches to frames, glass/acrylic coverings, original boxes, display accessories, or art that has slipped in frames. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Conditions of Auction.

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