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Alexander Calder
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Alexander Calder
- VD Pin
- silver and steel wire
- 1/8 by 4 by 3 1/2 in. 0.3 by 10.2 by 8.9 cm.
- Executed in 1949, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under application number A14488.
Provenance
Otis and Velma Dozier, Dallas (gift of the artist in 1949)
Thence by descent to the present owner in 1988
Thence by descent to the present owner in 1988
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The elements of the pin are stable and well intact. There are variations to the surface texture due to the artist’s choice of medium and working method. There is evidence of very minor oxidation to the steel wire elements on the reverse of the pin. Under very close inspection, there are a few unobtrusive linear surface scratches evident, to be expected of a wearable work from this period.
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
Additional property from the Collection of Otis and Velma Dozier to be offered as lots 14 and 15.