Alfred Basbous Untitled (Abstract)

Alfred Basbous (1924-2006)

Untitled (Abstract)
signed and dated A. Basbous 1990 (lower right)
carved marble
46 by 50 by 21 cm.; 18 by 19¾ by 8¼ in.
Executed in 1990.

We would like to thank the Alfred Basbous Foundation for their assistance and support in researching this work.

Condition Report:
This work is in overall good condition. Surface irregularities, notably the inclusions and pores, are inherent to the medium. Two minor surface restorations are visible to the front.

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Provenance:
Alfred Basbous Estate, Lebanon

Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 2011