Alexander Calder

Joan Chadeayne, Worthington
Sotheby's, New York, May 3, 1989, lot 116
Private Collection, New York (acquired from the above sale)
Christian Fayt Art Gallery, Knokke-Heist
Acquired by the present owner from the above

This work is in very good and sound condition overall. There is evidence of wear and handling to the base and mobile elements with resultant scattered paint loss, visible in the catalogue illustration. There is an overall light surface soiling. There is a pinpoint black spot accretion on the upper white disc. There is a minor drip accretion beneath the artist's monogram. Under close inspection, some stable hairline craquelure has formed along the protruding edge at the top of the base. Under raking light, some scattered and unobtrusive abrasions are visible.
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.

"The basis of everything for me is the universe. The simplest forms in the universe are the sphere and the circle. I represent them by disks and then I vary them. My whole theory about art is the disparity that exists between form, masses and movement." Alexander Calder