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LOT 86

Lot 86

Constantin Piliuta (1929-2003)

Constantin Piliuta (1929-2003)
Lot 86 Details
Constantin Piliuta (1929-2003), Romanian

DRINKING WHILE LISTENING TO A VIOLIN, 1991

ink on paper
signed and dated upper left
14 x 18.1 in — 35.6 x 46 cm

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $525
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Constantin Piliuta (1929-2003)
  • Constantin Piliuta (1929-2003)
  • Constantin Piliuta (1929-2003)
  • Constantin Piliuta (1929-2003)
  • Constantin Piliuta (1929-2003)
Provenance:

Acquired directly from the artist in Romania, 1991
Private Collection, Toronto, ON
Waddington's Auctioneers, Toronto, 10 Oct 2023, lot 90
Private Collection, Toronto, ON

CONDITION DETAILS

Good overall condition.
Minor mat burn, scattered cockling and creasing throughout, adhesive residue to upper and lower edges.

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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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