Franz Kline (American 1910–1962) Oil on Paper

Updated August 7, 2026

Lot number	8
Estimate	10,000.00 - 25,000.00 USD
Auction	Fine European & American Modern Art Auction
Date	August 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM EDT
Auction house	International Art Auction Gallery
Location	Mississauga, ON

Title Mahoning Medium Oil on Paper Dimensions 17 × 13 inches (43.2 × 33 cm) Date Circa 1950s Condition Good overall condition. Surface presents stable pigment application with bold gestural brushwork and strong tonal contrasts throughout. Minor wear consistent with age and handling. The paper remains structurally sound and display-ready. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. Provenance From the private collection of Jonathan Mercer, Baltimore, Maryland; later acquired through Ashford Contemporary Gallery, London, England; subsequently held in an important private collection in Toronto, Canada, before entering the present collection. Description This powerful abstract composition is executed in oil on paper and features bold gestural brushwork, sweeping black forms, and a dynamic network of intersecting structural lines set against a warm neutral ground. The restrained palette and energetic application of paint create a compelling balance of movement and architectural rhythm, reflecting the expressive language of post-war American abstraction. Attributed to Franz Kline (1910–1962), this work displays many of the stylistic characteristics associated with the artist's celebrated Abstract Expressionist compositions, including vigorous brushwork, dramatic tonal contrast, and monumental linear forms. The composition captures the visual intensity and structural energy that established Kline as one of the defining figures of the New York School.Condition Report:This artwork is offered as attributed to the artist referenced in the title. An attribution represents an opinion or belief regarding the possible authorship of the work, but it does not constitute a guarantee or certification of authenticity. This artwork is not catalogued, and no representation is made that it has been accepted by the artist's catalogue raisonné, estate, foundation, or any recognized authentication authority. Any provenance information provided with this lot is offered for informational purposes only and should not be considered a certificate of authenticity or definitive proof of authorship. In some cases, provenance information may be limited or unavailable. For additional information regarding this lot, including any available provenance details, condition, or questions about this or other artworks, please contact us through the HiBid platform. We encourage all bidders to carefully review the complete description, photographs, and terms of sale before placing a bid. Works offered as attributed, particularly those that are uncatalogued, may trade on the secondary market at values that differ significantly from works that have been fully authenticated, catalogued, or accepted by the appropriate authentication authorities.

Franz Kline (American 1910–1962) Oil on Paper

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