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Roberto Matta (Chilean, 1911–2002) · 1997

$106,250 price realized incl. premium

≈ £73,367≈ €94,739

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Medium
Oil · Paintings all oil results →
As published: “oil on canvas”
Support
Canvas
Signed / inscribed
Signed · Roberto Matta signature
Category
Oil paintings
Dimensions
61 2/3 x 71 2/3 in. (156.6 x 182 cm)
Auction house
Phillips
Sale
Latin America (NY010516)
Date
May 23, 2016
Location
New York
Lot
35
Estimate
$80,000 – $120,000 (≈ £55,241 – £82,861) (≈ €71,333 – €107,000)
Source
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Retrieved Sep 27, 2026

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