John Baldessari, Throwing Three Balls in the Air to Get a Straight Line (Best of 36 Attempts)
Updated August 28, 2026
This auction ended on September 10, 2026.
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| Lot number | 0159 |
| Estimate | $6,000 - $8,000 |
| Opening bid | $4,500 |
| Auction | Prints & Multiples |
| Date | September 10, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Los Angeles Modern Auctions |
| Location | Los Angeles, California |
John Baldessari Throwing Three Balls in the Air to Get a Straight Line (Best of Thirty-Six Attempts) 1973 offset lithograph in colors on coated paper image (each): 7 h x 9.125 w in (18 x 23 cm) sheet
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