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Alexander Calder
Estimate
280,000 - 350,000 USD
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Description
- Alexander Calder
- Untitled
- signed with the artist's monogram on the red element
- painted sheet metal and wire hanging mobile
- 20 by 23 by 12 1/4 in. 50.8 by 58.4 by 31.1 cm.
- Executed circa 1960, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York under application number A15826.
Provenance
Joseph Lazzini (acquired directly from the artist)
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. There are scattered areas of paint loss, visible in the catalogue illustration. There is evidence of minor oxidation to the work, particularly at points of friction. The mobile generally moves freely and smoothly.
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.