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Two Hands (With Distant Figure) (H. 45) by John Baldessari, 1989-1990, Etching, aquatint and photogravure in colors, on Somerset paper, with full margins, sold Apr 2023

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Two Hands (With Distant Figure) (H. 45)

John Baldessari (American, 1931–2020) · 1989-1990

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Medium: Etching · Prints & multiples all etching results →
As published: “Etching, aquatint and photogravure in colors, on Somerset paper, with full margins”
Support: Paper
Edition: AP
Signed / inscribed: Signed and numbered · John Baldessari signature
Category: Etchings
Dimensions: I. 51 x 32 1/2 in. (129.5 x 82.6 cm) S. 53 x 34 3/4 in. (134.6 x 88.3 cm)
Auction house: Phillips
Sale: Editions & Works on Paper (NY030223)
Date: April 18, 2023
Location: New York
Lot: 425
Estimate: $1,500 – $2,500 (≈ £1,205 – £2,008) (≈ €1,367 – €2,279)
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Retrieved Sep 26, 2026

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