Man Ray
L'Intrus


1967
acrylic, papier-mache, paper, tape, plywood, velvet, lighting element
14.25 h x 16.5 w x 10 d in (36 x 42 x 25 cm)

Signed, titled and dated to lower edge 'L'Intrus Man Ray 1967'. Inscribed to reverse 'regle pour 110V'.

Provenance: Marlborough-Godard Gallery, Toronto, Canada | Helen Serger La Boetie, Inc., New York | Sotheby's, Paris, Impressionist and Modern Art, 2 July 2008, Lot 47 | Private Collection | Christie's, New York, Interiors, 24-25 June 2014, Lot 191 | Private Collection, Los Angeles | Los Angeles Modern Auctions, Modern Art & Design, 1 March 2015, Lot 172 | Private Collection

This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.

Please note the lighting element is wired for American outlets and functions properly when tested. Work is in overall good condition. Minor wear throughout consistent with age and the artist's process, including a few scuffs and rubs. The paper backing shows undulation and creases to the upper corners with a small area of lifting to the upper right. Yellowing to the masking tape consistent with age. The reverse of the mask at the upper right shows a single staple; small adhesive touch-ups to the area. The reverse panel near the upper edge shows a hole from a screw being inserted out of alignment; the screw is detached but retained with this lot. Work presents well.