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FRANCISCO NARVAEZ Pastel Painting
Estimate:
$2,000 - $4,000
Starting Bid:
$1,000
Passed
Live Auction
February Exceptional Estates Auction
Category
Description
Seascape pastel on textured paper by artist Francisco Narvaez (Venezuelan, 1905-1982), framed under glass. Narvaez was most commonly associated with his sculptures. Some of his strongest auction results, however, were his paintings. Sight size 10-1/8" x 17-1/4" in 20-3/4" x 27-7/8" frame. Apparently unsigned. Provenance: Comes with original authentication certificate from Fundacion Francisco Narvaez, signed in 1997 by foundation director, Margarita Narvaez. Certificate states (translated): "Seascape composed of deployed nets in beige tones. The sky is treated in various shades of blue." Creation date, according to certificate, was 1962. This item will need to be shipped by a packing company of your choice. We maintain a list of reliable shippers, or you may choose your own.
Condition
Fine condition. No issues. Certificate indicates that the frame has some water stains. Apparently it has been reframed, as there are no such stains on the current frame.