Quadrilàter Negre [Black Square], Antoni Tàpies

Antoni Tàpies
b. 1923
Quadrilàter Negre [Black Square]

signed
acrylic and pencil on paper
Sheet: 48 by 63 in. (121.9 by 160 cm.)
Framed: 53¾ by 69 in. (136.5 by 175.3 cm.)
Executed in 1999.

Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. The sheet is hinged at the corners of the reverse to the backing board. The top and bottom edges of the sheet are deckled. There are tonal variations to the surface, inherent to the artist's working method and chosen media. There is some minor discoloration and evidence of handling to the edges of the sheet, visible upon close inspection. There is an 8 inch linear scratch to the surface of the paper, 4 inches from the right edge, visible upon close inspection. Framed under glass.

Provenance:
Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner