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Lee Krasner — August Petals
Lee Krasner

August Petals

1963

Lee Krasner's August Petals (1963) is an oil painting on canvas that exemplifies her abstract expressionist approach and sophisticated color harmonies. The work reflects Krasner's mature artistic voice, characterized by intricate compositions and organic abstraction.

Medium
oil on canvas
Spotted At
Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

The Now and Contemporary Evening Auction

May 15, 2025

Estimate: $4,000,000 – $6,000,000

Lot 129

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Lee Krasner, August Petals, 1963

Lee Krasner's August Petals (1963) is an oil painting on canvas that exemplifies her abstract expressionist approach and sophisticated color harmonies. The work reflects Krasner's mature artistic voice, characterized by intricate compositions and organic abstraction.

Medium
oil on canvas
Year
1963
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

American, Mid-20th Century, Expressive, Abstract Expressionism, Gestural, Modern, Organic, Colorful, Floral, Oil on Canvas

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