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Shards Variant Ia, from Shards by Frank Stella, 1982, Offset lithograph and screenprint in colors, on Arches Cover paper, the full sheet, sold Oct 2017

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Shards Variant Ia, from Shards

Frank Stella (American, 1936–2024) · 1982

$12,500 price realized incl. premium

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Medium: Lithograph · Prints & multiples all lithograph results →
As published: “Offset lithograph and screenprint in colors, on Arches Cover paper, the full sheet”
Support: Paper
Edition: 9/38
Signed / inscribed: Signed · Frank Stella signature
Category: Screenprints
Dimensions: S. 45 1/4 x 39 3/4 in. (114.9 x 101 cm)
Auction house: Phillips
Sale: Editions & Works on Paper (NY030217)
Date: October 17, 2017
Location: New York
Lot: 230
Estimate: $5,000 – $7,000 (≈ £3,791 – £5,307) (≈ €4,252 – €5,953)
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Retrieved Sep 27, 2026

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