Canadian Fine Art Auction

November 24, 2014

LOT 84

Lot 84

ALEXANDER COLVILLE, R.C.A.

ALEXANDER COLVILLE, R.C.A.
Lot 84 Details
ALEXANDER COLVILLE, R.C.A.

NEW MOON

serigraph
signed, dated 1980 and numbered 24/70
15.75 ins x 19.75 ins; 40 cms x 50.2 cms

Estimate $5,000-$7,000

Realised: $7,670
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Mira Godard Gallery, Toronto

Literature:

David Burnett, Colville – Prints/Estampes, Department of External Affairs, Arts Promotion Division, Ottawa, 1985, page 14 and page 15, fig. 24, for New Moon, reproduced.
Michael Bell, Colville, Being Seen: The Serigraphs, Carleton University Art Gallery, Ottawa, 1994, page 49, fig. 20, for New Moon, reproduced.

Note:

Burnett describes New Moon as a composition “where physical activity and a moment of revelation are set aside in contemplation of the night sky.”

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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