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John Baldessari, Heaven; and Hell (Diptych) (H. 38), 1988, Two etchings with aquatint, scraping, roulette and photo-etching in colors, on Rives BFK paper, with full margins

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Heaven; and Hell (Diptych) (H. 38)

John Baldessari (American, 1931–2020) · 1988

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Medium: Etching · Prints & multiples all etching results →
As published: “Two etchings with aquatint, scraping, roulette and photo-etching in colors, on Rives BFK paper, with full margins”
Support: Paper
Edition: 36/45
Signed / inscribed: Signed and numbered 36/45 in pencil · John Baldessari signature
Category: Etchings
Dimensions: both I. various sizes both S. 47 3/4 x 31 1/2 in. (121.3 x 80 cm)
Auction house: Phillips
Sale: Editions & Works on Paper (NY030121)
Date: April 20, 2021
Location: New York, United States
Lot: 322
Estimate: $3,000 – $5,000 (≈ £2,148 – £3,580) (≈ €2,489 – €4,149)
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Retrieved Sep 26, 2026

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