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Photographer, Painter, b. 1940 - d. 1993

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  • Juan Downey (Chilean 1940-1993), Awareness of Love Portfolio: Group of Six Works, Each an intaglio in color with text by Rafael Squirru (Argentine 1925-2016), Sheet size of each: 508 x 660 mm (20 x 26 in)
    Dec. 13, 2024

    Juan Downey (Chilean 1940-1993), Awareness of Love Portfolio: Group of Six Works, Each an intaglio in color with text by Rafael Squirru (Argentine 1925-2016), Sheet size of each: 508 x 660 mm (20 x 26 in)

    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

    Juan Downey (Chilean, 1940-1993) Awareness of Love Portfolio: Group of Six Works Each an intaglio in color with text by Rafael Squirru (Argentine 1925-2016); each apparently in good condition. Unframed in portfolio. Each signed Downey and dated 66 in graphite l.r., titled in graphite l.c. and numbered A.P. XII/XIV in graphite l.l.; also signed Downey on frontispiece and inscribed For my friends Alice and George Denney/ but for whom Washington would/ seldom shine/ Rafael/ 1966 in graphite Property from the Estate of Alice Denney

    Weschler's
  • Juan Downey (Chilean 1940-1993), Do It Yourself, Embossed intaglio print, Sight size: 356 x 489 mm (14 x 19-1/4 in)
    Dec. 13, 2024

    Juan Downey (Chilean 1940-1993), Do It Yourself, Embossed intaglio print, Sight size: 356 x 489 mm (14 x 19-1/4 in)

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Juan Downey (Chilean, 1940-1993) Do It Yourself Embossed intaglio print; apparently in good condition. Framed.* Signed Downey and dated 67 in graphite l.r., inscribed For Lucy on EAT's Birthday in graphite l.c. and inscribed Essay in graphite l.l. Property from the Estate of Alice Denney Provenance: Gift from the artist

    Weschler's
  • Juan Downey (Chilean 1940-1993), Three Works from the 'Awareness of Love' Portfolio, Each an intaglio in color, Sheet size of each: 508 x 660 mm (20 x 26 in)
    Apr. 12, 2024

    Juan Downey (Chilean 1940-1993), Three Works from the 'Awareness of Love' Portfolio, Each an intaglio in color, Sheet size of each: 508 x 660 mm (20 x 26 in)

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    Juan Downey (Chilean, 1940-1993) The Breath of God, This Process of Communion and Three Stages of Awareness: Three Works from the 'Awareness of Love' Portfolio Each an intaglio in color; with minor water marking to portfolio. Unframed in portfolio. Each signed Downey and dated 66 in graphite l.r., titled in graphite l.c. and numbered 40/50 in graphite l.l. Property of a Private Collection

    Weschler's
  • Juan Downey Awarness of Love Suite 6 Etchings
    Nov. 09, 2023

    Juan Downey Awarness of Love Suite 6 Etchings

    Est: $3,000 - $4,000

    Juan Downey (Chile, 1940-1993). 6 colored etchings, the Awareness of Love portfolio (no text pages). A New Dimension of the Self, The Process of Communion, Three Stages of Awareness, Preceded By the Rhythm of the Cosmos, To Taste Eternity: Beyond Herself, The Breath of God: The Sound That Abandons Her. Each pencil signed Downey, dated 66, titled and numbered 27/50 in pencil in the lower margin. Images 17 1/2" x 10 3/4" (the Breath of God), sheets each 20" x 26 1/4". All with staining, foxing and discoloration in the lower margins and verso, The Breath of God some creasing visible in lower margin and a 1 1/8"L vertical tear from the bottom edge of the sheet.

    Willow Auction House
  • JUAN DOWNEY, CHILEAN 1940-1993, PRECEDED BY THE RHYTHM OF THE COSMOS, FROM "AWARENESS OF LOVE" COLLECTION, 1966, Print, Sheet: 20 x 26 1/4 in. (50.8 x 66.7 cm.)
    Jul. 27, 2023

    JUAN DOWNEY, CHILEAN 1940-1993, PRECEDED BY THE RHYTHM OF THE COSMOS, FROM "AWARENESS OF LOVE" COLLECTION, 1966, Print, Sheet: 20 x 26 1/4 in. (50.8 x 66.7 cm.)

    Est: $300 - $500

    JUAN DOWNEY CHILEAN, 1940-1993 PRECEDED BY THE RHYTHM OF THE COSMOS, FROM "AWARENESS OF LOVE" COLLECTION, 1966 Print Bottom Left: Numbered 11/50 Bottom Center: Titled, "Preceded by the Rhythm of the Cosmos" Bottom Right: Signed and dated, "Downey 66"

    Potomack Company
  • El vientre prodigioso
    May. 19, 2023

    El vientre prodigioso

    Est: $40,000 - $60,000

    Juan Downey 1940 - 1993 El vientre prodigioso signed and dated 59 (lower right); titled and dated Marzo 1959 (on the reverse) oil on canvas 27½ by 27⅞ in. 69.9 by 70.8 cm. Executed in March 1959.

    Sotheby's
  • Juan Downey (1940-1993) - Two Maps
    Nov. 13, 2020

    Juan Downey (1940-1993) - Two Maps

    Est: $10,000 - $15,000

    Juan Downey (1940-1993) Two Maps colored pencil on paper map 18 ¼ x 12 ½ in. (46.4 x 32 cm.) each

    Christie's
  • Juan Downey (1940-1993) A Multiple: Against Shadows and A Multiple: Do Your Own Concert
    Aug. 04, 2020

    Juan Downey (1940-1993) A Multiple: Against Shadows and A Multiple: Do Your Own Concert

    Est: $10,000 - $15,000

    Juan Downey (1940-1993) A Multiple: Against Shadows and A Multiple: Do Your Own Concert inscribed 'A Multiple: Against Shadows and A Multiple: Do Your Own Concert' (along the lower edge) signed and dated 'Juan Downey, 27 January, 1969' (lower right) graphite, gouache, pastel, and collage on paper 20 x 30 in. (50.8 x 76.2 cm.) Executed in 1969. Provenance Lunn Gallery Inc., Washington D.C. Private Collection, New York City.

    Christie's
  • Downey, Juan - Vivant - 1963
    May. 28, 2019

    Downey, Juan - Vivant - 1963

    Est: $300 - $500

    Downey, Juan 1940-1993 Vivant 1963 Gravure sur papier, 14/20, signée et datée en bas à droite Downey 1963 Etching on paper, 14/20, signed and dated on lower right Downey 1963 25.40 x 39.36 cm 10" x 15 1/2" Pli dans le bas à droite et tache à gauche

    Champagne Auctions
  • JUAN DOWNEY | Chilean Nitrate of Soda Potash
    May. 17, 2019

    JUAN DOWNEY | Chilean Nitrate of Soda Potash

    Est: $15,000 - $20,000

    gelatin silver print, pastel, graphite and charcoal on paper mounted to cardboard 

    Sotheby's
  • Juan DOWNEY (1940-1993). L'autre monde, 1963. Lithographie numérotée 6/20. Signée, ti
    Mar. 25, 2019

    Juan DOWNEY (1940-1993). L'autre monde, 1963. Lithographie numérotée 6/20. Signée, ti

    Est: €400 - €600

    Juan DOWNEY (1940-1993). L'autre monde, 1963. Lithographie numérotée 6/20. Signée, titrée, datée et numérotée au crayon de papier. 48,5 x 59 cm. Légères rousseurs. Provenance : descendance de Jules Supervielle (1884-1960).

    Mallié-Arcelin
  • Juan DOWNEY (1940-1993). Composition, 1963. Lithographie. Signée, datée et annotée EA
    Mar. 25, 2019

    Juan DOWNEY (1940-1993). Composition, 1963. Lithographie. Signée, datée et annotée EA

    Est: €400 - €600

    Juan DOWNEY (1940-1993). Composition, 1963. Lithographie. Signée, datée et annotée EA au crayon de papier. 25 x 23 cm (à vue). Provenance : descendance de Jules Supervielle (1884-1960).

    Mallié-Arcelin
  • Downey, Juan
    Jun. 22, 2018

    Downey, Juan

    Est: CHF500 - CHF700

    Downey, Juan (Santiago de Chile 1940–1993 New York) "Twice". 1963. Farbaquatintaradierung. 7/30. Unten rechts signiert und datiert. Unten mittig betitelt. Blattgrösse 64,2x49,7 cm. -Blatt leicht gebräunt. Ränder stark gebräunt.

    Schuler Auktionen
  • JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) BERTHE Huile sur toile de jute Signée en bas à droi
    Oct. 25, 2016

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) BERTHE Huile sur toile de jute Signée en bas à droi

    Est: €5,000 - €7,000

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) BERTHE Huile sur toile de jute Signée en bas à droite Située Paris au dos 92 x 60,5 cm

    Cornette de Saint-Cyr
  • JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) PORTRAIT DU MONSIEUR, 1964 Eau-forte et aquatinte e
    Oct. 25, 2016

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) PORTRAIT DU MONSIEUR, 1964 Eau-forte et aquatinte e

    Est: €600 - €800

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) PORTRAIT DU MONSIEUR, 1964 Eau-forte et aquatinte en couleurs sur vélin de Rives Signée, titrée, datée et numérotée 27/50 65 x 50 cm Ces estampes font suite aux cours suivis par l'artiste à l'atelier 17 de S.W. Hayter à Paris

    Cornette de Saint-Cyr
  • JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) HOMME, 1963 Eau-forte et aquatinte en couleurs sur
    Oct. 25, 2016

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) HOMME, 1963 Eau-forte et aquatinte en couleurs sur

    Est: €700 - €900

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) HOMME, 1963 Eau-forte et aquatinte en couleurs sur vélin d'Arches Signée, titrée, datée et numérotée15/30 Dédicacée 64,5 x 49,5 cm (Traces d'humidité)

    Cornette de Saint-Cyr
  • JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) L'AUTRE MONDE, 1963 Eau-forte et aquatinte en coule
    Oct. 25, 2016

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) L'AUTRE MONDE, 1963 Eau-forte et aquatinte en coule

    Est: €800 - €1,200

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) L'AUTRE MONDE, 1963 Eau-forte et aquatinte en couleurs sur vélin de Rives Signée, titrée, datée et numérotée 3/20 Dédicacée 50,5 x 63 cm

    Cornette de Saint-Cyr
  • JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) LA MAIN D’ADAM ENDORMIE, 1965 Eau-forte et embossag
    Oct. 25, 2016

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) LA MAIN D’ADAM ENDORMIE, 1965 Eau-forte et embossag

    Est: €700 - €900

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) LA MAIN D’ADAM ENDORMIE, 1965 Eau-forte et embossage sur papier fort Signée et datée Porte diverses annotations sur le pourtour de la feuille Dédicacée « Pour Jacqueline Noël 65 » 34,7 x 49,7 cm

    Cornette de Saint-Cyr
  • JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) BARCELONA, 1962 Huile sur toile Signée et datée en
    Oct. 25, 2016

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) BARCELONA, 1962 Huile sur toile Signée et datée en

    Est: €15,000 - €25,000

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) BARCELONA, 1962 Huile sur toile Signée et datée en haut à droite Contresignée, titrée et datée abril 1962 au dos 115 x 230 cm Il s'agit de la plus importante toile peinte par l'artiste

    Cornette de Saint-Cyr
  • JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) La voix humaine huile sur toile 89 x 1
    Jun. 03, 2015

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) La voix humaine huile sur toile 89 x 1

    Est: €12,000 - €18,000

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) La voix humaine huile sur toile 89 x 115.5 cm. (35 x 45 ½ in.)

    Christie's
  • JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) Hombre huile sur toile 58 x 116 cm. (2
    Jun. 03, 2015

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) Hombre huile sur toile 58 x 116 cm. (2

    Est: €5,000 - €7,000

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993) Hombre huile sur toile 58 x 116 cm. (22 7/8 x 45 5/8 in.)

    Christie's
  • Juan Downey (Chilean 1940-1993) Untitled graphite, ink, pastel and colored
    Nov. 24, 2014

    Juan Downey (Chilean 1940-1993) Untitled graphite, ink, pastel and colored

    Est: $8,000 - $12,000

    Juan Downey (Chilean 1940-1993) Untitled graphite, ink, pastel and colored pencil on paper 22¼ x 30¼ in. (56.5 x 76.8 cm.)

    Christie's
  • JUAN DOWNEY (CHILEAN, 1940-1993) TETE, 1964-65 Oil on canvas: 32 x 39 in.
    Jul. 26, 2014

    JUAN DOWNEY (CHILEAN, 1940-1993) TETE, 1964-65 Oil on canvas: 32 x 39 in.

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    JUAN DOWNEY (CHILEAN, 1940-1993) TETE, 1964-65 Oil on canvas: 32 x 39 in. Framed; upper left signed and dated Downey 65; verso: TETE/ Downey/ Avril, 1964/ Paris Provenance: Private Collection, Washington, D.C.

    Potomack Company
  • Juan Downey (Chilean 1940-1993)
    May. 29, 2013

    Juan Downey (Chilean 1940-1993)

    Est: -

    Juan Downey (Chilean 1940-1993) With Energy Beyond These Walls signed, dated, and titled 'With Energy Beyond This [sic] Walls, Downey, 18 Feb 1969' (along the left edge) colored pencil, acrylic, charcoal, and graphite on heavy paper 22½ x 30 3/8 in. (57.2 x 77.2 cm.) Executed on 18 February 1969.

    Christie's
  • Juan Downey, "Dog with Venus" mixed media on
    Apr. 25, 2012

    Juan Downey, "Dog with Venus" mixed media on

    Est: $8,000 - $12,000

    Juan Downey, "Dog with Venus" mixed media on paper. Paper: 40"H x 59.75"W; Frame: 43"H x 63"W. Signed lower middle, "Juan Downey"; titled and dated lower middle, "Dog with Venus, Juan Downey N.Y. 82". Juan Downey (Chilean, 1940-1993) was primarily known for video art, drawing, mixed media and installation art. Provenance: Collection of Mr. and Mrs. I. C. Deal. Mr. and Mrs. I. C. Deal began collecting art in the late 1960's and continued their acquisitions of sculpture and paintings over the next 30 years. In 1989, the Deal collection was named one of the Top Ten Art Collections in the world by Art and Antiques Magazine. Mr. Deal served on the DMA board from 1984 to 1989 as Chairman of the Acquisitions Committee. In the early 80's the Deals began collecting drawings by 20th century artists and in 2005 donated this significant collection of 125 drawings to the DMA.

    Dallas Auction Gallery
  • Juan Downey, Le Groupe, Aquatint Etching
    Nov. 17, 2011

    Juan Downey, Le Groupe, Aquatint Etching

    Est: $900 - $1,200

    Artist: Juan Downey, Chilean (1940 - 1993) - Title: Le Groupe - Year: 1963 - Medium: Aquatint Etching, Signed and Numbered in Pencil - Edition: 20/50 - Image Size: 13.5 x 18.5 inches - Frame Size: 19.5 x 24.5 inches

    RoGallery
  • Juan Downey, Le Groupe, Aquatint Etching
    Nov. 18, 2010

    Juan Downey, Le Groupe, Aquatint Etching

    Est: $900 - $1,200

    Artist: Juan Downey, Chilean (1940 - 1993) Title: Le Groupe Year: 1963 Medium: Aquatint Etching, Signed and Numbered in Pencil Edition: 20/50 Image Size: 13.5 x 18.5 inches Frame Size: 19.5 x 24.5 inches

    RoGallery
  • JUAN DOWNEY, (CHILEAN 1940-1993), "RETRATO DE CUERPO ENTERO"
    Nov. 07, 2010

    JUAN DOWNEY, (CHILEAN 1940-1993), "RETRATO DE CUERPO ENTERO"

    Est: $10,000 - $15,000

    JUAN DOWNEY (chilean 1940-1993) "RETRATO DE CUERPO ENTERO" Signed bottom right, titled, dated 1963-64 and signed again verso, oil on canvas 31 1/2 x 25 1/4 in. (80 x 64cm) provenance: Estate of Rolf. E. Muenter, Greensboro, Vermont.

    Freeman's | Hindman
  • JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993)
    Nov. 18, 2009

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993)

    Est: $20,000 - $25,000

    INVISIBLE ENERGY IN CHILE PLAYS A CONCERT IN NEW YORK signed lower left

    Sotheby's
  • Untitled
    May. 28, 2008

    Untitled

    Est: $10,000 - $15,000

    Juan Downey (Chilean 1940-1993) Untitled signed and dated 'JUAN DOWNEY 1980' (lower left); signed again twice and dated 'Juan Downey, 82' (lower right) and dedicated: 'DEAR EMMETT: I WILL BE IN SAN FRANCISCO ON APRIL 21. PLEASE CALL ME AT STEVE ATGENSTEIN (415) 641 9207. JUAN' (lower center) graphite, colored crayon and oil on paper 22¼ x 29¾ in. (56.5 x 75.5 cm.) Executed 1980-82.

    Christie's
  • Juan Downey (1940-1993) , Selectramente
    Nov. 20, 2007

    Juan Downey (1940-1993) , Selectramente

    Est: $10,000 - $15,000

    gouache, graphite, pastel and photograph collage on board

    Sotheby's
  • Juan Downey (1940-1993) , Watch Abstract
    Nov. 20, 2007

    Juan Downey (1940-1993) , Watch Abstract

    Est: $10,000 - $15,000

    oil on canvas signed lower right

    Sotheby's
  • Invisible Energy in Chile Plays a Concert in New York
    Nov. 19, 2007

    Invisible Energy in Chile Plays a Concert in New York

    Est: $20,000 - $30,000

    Juan Downey (Chilean 1940-1993) Invisible Energy in Chile Plays a Concert in New York signed 'Downey' (lower right) acrylic, pencil and collage on cardboard mounted on panel 49½ x 39¾ in. (125 x 100 cm.) Executed in 1969.

    Christie's
  • Trespejo
    Nov. 19, 2007

    Trespejo

    Est: $6,000 - $8,000

    Juan Downey (Chilean 1940-1993) Trespejo signed, dated and titled, 'Trespejo, Juan Downey 1980' (lower right) graphite on paper 29½ x 21½ in. (29 x 20 cm.) Executed in 1980.

    Christie's
  • Juan Downey (1940-1993) , Twomaps
    May. 30, 2007

    Juan Downey (1940-1993) , Twomaps

    Est: $15,000 - $20,000

    watercolor, crayon and charcoal on paper signed and dated N.Y. 1985 lower left

    Sotheby's
  • JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993)
    Dec. 12, 2006

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993)

    Est: $6,000 - $7,000

    UNTITLED measurements 27 1/4 by 40 1/2 in. alternate measurements 69 by 103 cm. signed Downey and dated 75 (lower right) watercolor, gouache, pencil and collage on paper Condition Note: There are artist pinholes to 4 corners and edges of the paper. There are no apparent tears. There is some rippling due to how the paper is attached. There are few minor creases throughout. Lower left edge has some staining. There are some old frame marks to the upper edge. We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described in our catalogue. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE. PROVENANCE Old World Galleries, New York Metromedia Inc. Art Collection, New York

    Sotheby's
  • JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993)
    May. 26, 2004

    JUAN DOWNEY (1940-1993)

    Est: $10,000 - $15,000

    watercolor, gouache, pencil and collage on heavy paper signed and dated 75 lower right

    Sotheby's
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