Put Out All Flags by Robert Motherwell, 1980, Etching and aquatint in colors, on German Etching paper, with full margins, sold Oct 2016

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Put Out All Flags

Robert Motherwell (American, 1915–1991) · 1980

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Medium: Etching · Prints & multiples all etching results →
As published: “Etching and aquatint in colors, on German Etching paper, with full margins”
Support: Paper
Edition: 12/50
Signed / inscribed: Signed and numbered 12/50 in pencil
Category: Etchings
Dimensions: I. 11 3/4 x 19 1/2 in. (29.8 x 49.5 cm) S. 21 x 29 in. (53.3 x 73.7 cm)
Auction house: Phillips
Sale: Evening & Day Editions (NY030216)
Date: October 26, 2016
Location: New York
Lot: 35
Estimate: $7,000 – $10,000 (≈ £5,733 – £8,189) (≈ €6,407 – €9,153)
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Retrieved Sep 27, 2026

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