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Waves II: six prints by Frank Stella, 1985-1989, Six screenprints with lithograph and linocut in colors with hand-coloring, marbling and collage, on T.H. Saunders paper,, sold Oct 2016

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Waves II: six prints

Frank Stella (American, 1936–2024) · 1985-1989

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Medium: Screenprint · Prints & multiples all screenprint results →
As published: “Six screenprints with lithograph and linocut in colors with hand-coloring, marbling and collage, on T.H. Saunders paper, the full sheets”
Support: Paper
Edition: 4/60
Signed / inscribed: Signed · Frank Stella signature
Category: Screenprints
Dimensions: all S. various sizes largest: S. 73 1/2 x 54 1/4 in. (186.7 x 137.8 cm)
Auction house: Phillips
Sale: Evening & Day Editions (NY030216)
Date: October 26, 2016
Location: New York
Lot: 39
Estimate: $50,000 – $70,000 (≈ £40,947 – £57,325) (≈ €45,767 – €64,073)
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Retrieved Sep 27, 2026

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