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Alexander Calder
Estimate
45,000 - 65,000 USD
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Description
- Alexander Calder
- Figa Hair Comb
- silver wire
- 7 1/2 by 3 1/8 by 1 in. 19.1 by 7.9 by 2.5 cm.
- Executed circa 1948, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under application number A22629.
This work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York under application number A22629.
Provenance
Private Collection (gift of the artist)
Frances J. Whitney, New York
Sotheby’s, New York, November 15, 2006, lot 208
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Frances J. Whitney, New York
Sotheby’s, New York, November 15, 2006, lot 208
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is evidence of light and unobtrusive surface abrasions and faint tarnishing to the silver on the underside of the comb, which is to be expected of a wearable work from this period.
*Please note the auction begins at 9:30 am on November 14th.*
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.