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George Rickey
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- George Rickey
- Four Up Contrapuntal
- inscribed and indistinctly dated 66 on the base
stainless steel
- 47 by 2 1/2 by 1 1/2 in.
- 119.4 by 6.4 by 3.8 cm.
Provenance
Staempfli Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above, 1967
Acquired by the present owner from the above, 1967
Exhibited
Philadelphia Art Alliance, 1999
Condition
In good condition aside from center rod loose on base. Base dirty and chipped and has the words 'FAR' written on it in marker. Scattered areas of surface dirt and tarnish on the steel parts. 2 of the rods have writing on them and one has scotch tape on it with writing (apparently notes on assembly). Two rods have slightly bent bottom edges and two have slightly nicked top edges.
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.
Catalogue Note
This work is unique.