Lot 71: Russell Crotty (b. 1956)

Russell Crotty (b. 1956) Atlas of Galaxy Drawings signed, titled and dated 'Altas of Galaxy Drawings Russell Crotty 1995' (on the title page) linen-covered 96 page volume consisting of 60 single sheet drawings, 17 double-page drawings and title page--ink and pencil on paper 30 3/4 x 21 x 2 in. (78 x 53 1/2 x 5 cm.) Drawn in 1995.

Dan Bernier Gallery, Los Angeles

Property of Kenneth L. Freed "I began to collect drawings in depth in the early 90s. It seemed an overlooked category and I respected the obsessive discipline of several young artists. I learned of Russell's nightly viewing of the sky from his own observatory and bought a single sheet as soon as I saw it. Soon thereafter, I saw this exhaustive book and was thrilled by the depth of his commitment. In the process of portraying the infinity of the cosmos, Crotty explores a universe of drawing and all its possibilities."