Mixed media (gouache, silver gouache, pencil, watercolor) on wove paper. Untitled composition. Attributed* to Eva Hesse (1936-1970). Signed and dated 1969, lower right corner. 15 5/8 x 13 3/4 inches. Very good condition. Has been removed from its frame for inspection and shipping.

Provenance: Dorothy Freedman, New York City. Later acquired as a gift by the current owner.

Lot Note: We have contacted the Eva Hesse Estate regarding this work and are waiting for a reply from Emily Rothrum. We have asked Ms. Rothrum if there is any record of the work in the artist’s archive and for her opinion about the drawing. We will edit this catalog entry accordingly. If we do not receive any further information about this lot prior to the auction, bidders are advised that they will be bidding at their own risk, as there are no guarantees for attributed works.

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