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Alexander Calder
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Alexander Calder
- Twin Toppers
- signed and dated 67
- gouache on paper
- 29 3/8 by 43 1/4 in. 74.6 by 109.9 cm.
- Executed in 1967, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under application number A07468.
Provenance
Perls Galleries, New York
Private Collection, New York (acquired in 1970)
Rockville Art Studio, New York (acquired in 1985)
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Private Collection, New York (acquired in 1970)
Rockville Art Studio, New York (acquired in 1985)
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Exhibited
Michigan, Grand Rapids Art Museum, Alexander Calder: Mobiles and Stabiles, May - August 1969
Condition
This work is in fair condition overall. The sheet is hinged on the reverse to the backing board. There is some light discoloration to the sheet. There are a few minor tears at the top edge, right lower-center edge, and multiple tear repairs and restoration along the left 1/4 of the sheet, with associated restoration, visible from the reverse of the work. Framed under Plexiglas.
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.