André Kertész

American/Hungarian, 1894–1985

Martinique, 1972

Gelatin silver print
8 x 10 in. (20.32 x 25.4 cm.)
Signed, titled and dated on verso

Lot ID

141876
Ending
13 days, 5 hours, 13 mins
May 16 at 12:47 p.m. (EDT)
Estimate
5,000—7,000 USD
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3,800 USD
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André Kertész was a Hungarian photographer who emerged as one of the most influential practitioners of the medium. Prizing emotional impact over technique, he famously remarked, “I just walk around, observing the subject from various...

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Definition Key
Area
Image The central image area, composition, or focal point; the area inside the margins/plate marks.
Margin Areas bordering the central image, outside the plate marks, or the perimeter area.
Edge The farthest edge of the object.
Verso The reverse/back of the object.



Degree
Minor An existing condition which generally does not involve risk of loss.
Moderate Noticeable damage, increasing in severity and/or size; should be monitored or corrected by a conservator.
Major Distinct, recognizable damage; the stability of the work is questionable and risk is a factor. Requires the attention of a conservator.
Extreme Advanced and severe damage; work is insecure and at great risk.

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Provenance:
  • LIGHT Gallery, New York, 1976
  • Private Collection, New York
  • Ships From: New York, USA
  • Shipping Dimensions: 8 x 10 in. (20.32 x 25.4 cm.)
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