Lot 64 · European Art
Spreng-Holz (Explosive Wood) , 1938
Paul Klee · pastel on paper on artist's mount
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- Estimate
- $150,000–$200,000 hammer
- Result
- Performance
- Sale
- Freeman's | Hindman — European Art, Chicago · 18 May 2023
- Dimensions
- 11 3/4 x 8 1/4 inches.
- Record ID
- TB-2026-1182046
- Record
- first seen 23 Jul 2026 · updated 23 Jul 2026 · source ↗
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Paul Klee, Spreng-Holz (Explosive Wood) , 1938. Freeman's | Hindman, 18 May 2023, lot 64. bought in (did not sell). TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-1182046.
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Paul Klee, Spreng-Holz (Explosive Wood) , 1938. Freeman's | Hindman, 18 May 2023, lot 64. bought in (did not sell). TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-1182046.
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