LILI RETHI (AUSTRIAN 1894-1969)
Simmons Micro-speed Turret Lathe, late 1940s
oil on paper
60 x 44 cm (23 5/8 x 17 3/8 in.) [sight]
framed dimensions: 64 x 49 cm (25 1/4 x 19 1/4 in.)
signed lower left

PROVENANCE
Acquired directly from the artist by the family member of the current owner, who worked as an engineer at Simmons Machine Manufacturing

CONDITION
Observed in frame under glass, the work is in fragile condition, overall craquelure, scattered small losses, multiple tears along the lower edge and center, a puncture to the center. Not inspected under UV light, to request inspection, please, email to info@shapiroauctions.com

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