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Lot #547
Gerhard Richter

Rare handwritten letter and postcard from the sought-after artist

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Rare handwritten letter and postcard from the sought-after artist

German artist (born 1932) whose works have achieved world-record prices at auction. Two items: ALS in German, signed “G. Richter,” one page, personal letterhead, July 7, 1990, in part (translated): “I do not sell paintings to private persons through my atelier. I am so busy that I could just sign the enclosed postcard”; and a color 4 x 5.75 postcard of his 1989 painting entitled ‘Frls,’ signed in the lower border in blue felt tip, “G. Richter.” In overall fine condition. A desirable pairing, especially with the scarce handwritten letter regarding the sales of his own work, which has since set the record for highest auction price achieved by a living artist. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Rare Manuscript, Document & Autograph
  • Dates: #434 - Ended August 13, 2014