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Alexander Calder
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- Alexander Calder
- Balancer
- signed and dated 1932
- ink on paper
- 21 1/2 by 29 1/2 in. 54.5 by 75 cm.
- Executed in 1932, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York under application number A14535.
Provenance
Collection of Jean Davenport (acquired directly from the artist)
Harris de Tomasi, New York
Private Collection, New York
Sotheby's, New York, May 11, 1988, Lot 165
Private Collection, Greece
Geneva Gallery, Geneva
Harris de Tomasi, New York
Private Collection, New York
Sotheby's, New York, May 11, 1988, Lot 165
Private Collection, Greece
Geneva Gallery, Geneva
Literature
Daniel Marchesseau, The Intimate World of Alexander Calder, Paris, 1989, p. 144, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The paper has discolored slightly with age. There are several vertical repaired tears along the top edge, the longest of which measures 4 ½ in. There are multiple small nicks to the sheet at to the upper left and right edges, several of which have been repaired. There is a diagonal hard crease to the lower left corner. The paper shows evidence of soft handling creases throughout. This work was not examined out of the frame. Sheet is floating in matte and framed under Plexiglas in a wooden frame with silver rub.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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 DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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 DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.