Lot Details
Lot 126
Joseph Cornell American, 1903-1972 The Dichotomy - Zenos Dichotomy of Motion = For Lilian, 1972
American, 1903-1972
The Dichotomy - Zeno's Dichotomy of Motion = For Lilian, 1972
Signed, dated, titled and inscribed "The Dichotomy" for Lillian from Joseph 6/12/72 in the top margin; signed Joseph Cornell and inscribed as titled and Monday June 12-72. From Joseph on the reverse
Pen and pencil on paper
9 x 6 inches (22.9 x 15.2 cm)
Provenance:
The artist
Leila Hadley Luce
Thence by descent to the present owner
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
Sold for $750 (includes buyer's premium)
Additional Notes & Condition Report
The top edge of the sheet is torn from a spiral-bound notepad. The red and yellow pigments may have some minor fading, and the paper is lightly toned. A small brown spot on the paper at the top center edge. The sheet is not hinged and is loose between the backing board and the glass.
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