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Alexander Calder
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Alexander Calder
- Brooch
- silver, glass and steel wire
- 4 1/2 by 4 by 1 1/4 in. 11.4 by 10.2 by 3.2 cm.
- Executed circa 1948, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under application number A08848.
This work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under application number A08848.
Provenance
Perls Galleries, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Exhibited
Paris, Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Calder Intime, February - May 1989, pp. 259 and 319, illustrated in color
Philadelphia, Art Alliance, October - December 2005
Philadelphia, Art Alliance, October - December 2005
Literature
David Bourdon, Calder: Mobilist, Ring Master, Innovator, New York, 1980, p. 81, illustrated
Exh. Cat., West Palm Beach, Norton Museum of Art (and travelling), Calder Jewelry, 2008, p. 246, illustrated in color
Exh. Cat., West Palm Beach, Norton Museum of Art (and travelling), Calder Jewelry, 2008, p. 246, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The glass is cut irregularly, which is inherent to the artistÂ’s working method, and there is a white scuff on the edge of the red glass. There is evidence of light and unobtrusive surface abrasions scattered throughout, which is to be expected of a wearable work from this period.
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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.