After Karel Appel
(Dutch, 1921-2006)
"Big Mouse with Red Head", 1977
pieced fabric applique
signed and dated in ink lower right, with rods for display.
44" x 34-1/2"
Provenance: Private collection, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Elements sewn to backing muslin and not removeable. Threads correspond to colors of each piece. Scattered loose and lost stitches; some loose stitches en verso. Some slight "bunching" to fabric, especially apparent with purple elements. Two vertical lines of light soiling upper right and left in light green fabric. Between light green and dark green there is a small area where fabric is frayed. Colors maintain intensity. Please see additional images. New Orleans Auction Galleries is pleased to issue and opinion of any lot; the absence of a condition report does not indicate that a lot is perfect condition or free from damage and/or wear. Please understand that New Orleans Auction Galleries employs no professional conservators. All statements in any condition report, or statements taken verbally, are purely our best opinions, and not blanket statements of fact issued by this auction house. Prospective buyers should examine each lot so as to satisfy themselves concerning condition, genuineness, importance, age, etc. Regardless of any statements made in writing or verbally, all lots are sold strictly "As Is" in accordance with section 2 of our Conditions of Sale. No returns will be accepted on the basis of condition.