Ellsworth Kelly
Black (from the Noir Series 1)
1964-65
lithograph on BFK Rives
34½ h × 23⅞ w in (88 × 61 cm)
Signed and numbered to lower edge ‘57/75 Kelly". This work is number 57 from the edition of 75 printed by Maeght Imprimerie, Levallois-Perret and published by Maeght Éditeur, Paris.
Sheet is hinged at two points along upper edge. Handling creases throughout sheet with one soft crease to lower left corner. Very pale mat staining and areas of soft rubbing to edges, likely from previous matting. Faint pale foxing primarily to edges and one minor scuff to lower portion of black field, approximately 2.5 inches in length. Tape remnants to verso, likely from previous mounting. Faint hinge impressions visible to recto with associated discoloration, most notably to upper left corner. Overall, work presents well. Framed behind glass measuring 38 x 27 inches.