Disasters in the Sky #2 (A. & B. 2) by H. C. Westermann, 1962-63, Linocut in black, on thin Japan paper, with margins, sold Apr 2021

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Disasters in the Sky #2 (A. & B. 2)

H. C. Westermann (American, 1922–1981) · 1962-63

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Medium: Woodcut / linocut · Prints & multiples all woodcut / linocut results →
As published: “Linocut in black, on thin Japan paper, with margins”
Support: Paper
Signed / inscribed: Signed with initials in the plate and titled in blue ball-point pen
Category: Linocuts
Dimensions: I. 8 x 6 in. (20.3 x 15.2 cm) S. 9 x 7 in. (22.9 x 17.8 cm)
Auction house: Phillips
Sale: Editions & Works on Paper (NY030121)
Date: April 20, 2021
Location: New York, United States
Lot: 340
Estimate: $1,200 – $1,800 (≈ £859 – £1,289) (≈ €996 – €1,494)
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