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David Smith
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- David Smith
- Illustrated Invoice or Contract
- inscribed
- pencil and ink on paper, unframed
- 10 1/2 by 8 1/4 in.
- 26.7 by 21 cm.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Condition
In good condition aside from slight discoloration to ink. Bottom corners worn and slightly creased. Crease along left side and small tears from binding (taken from a sletchbook). Surface dirt and small spot of foxing center left.
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
Although The David Smith Estate can not confirm this, the present work appears to be a signed bill of sale or contract between David Smith and R. Staub. The sculpture 'Raven IV' is in the collection of the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden (gift of Joseph H. Hirshhorn in 1966). Mr. Hirshhorn acquired it from Park-Bernet Galleries, New York, November 18, 1964, number 50. The sculpture is signed and dated 3-14-57. The other illustrated sculpture is titled 'Lily Pad Head' and is a unique work dated 7-15-57. This sculpture is in the Collection of the Estate of the Artist.