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Lot 179
Geoffrey Beene

28 Fashion Illustrations (1980's)

Dimensions
larger: 12 1/2 x 9 inches

Estimate: $100 - $200

Price Realized: $64
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Geoffrey Beene
American (1924-2004)
28 Fashion Illustrations (1980's)
Description
preliminary sketches seemingly done whenever inspiration hit Mr. Beene, he would grab whatever paper was nearby, as evidenced here by his use of Hotel Principe DiSavoia Milano stationery, Century Plaza notepaper, newsprint, and ruled papers, his handwritten comments specify fabric and color for some of the designs, and swatches are affixed to several
Details
marker, ink, color pencil on various paper larger: 12 1/2 x 9 inches
Provenance
Property From the Estate of Geoffrey Beene. Proceeds from this item to benefit the Geoffrey Beene Cancer Research Center at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Condition
overall good condition, with handling wear and toning
Frame Information
unframed

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