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Carl Andre
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description
- Carl Andre
- 6-Part Retrograde Invention
- steel reinforcing rod, in 6 parts
- sequential lengths: 24 in. 61 cm; 19 3/4 in. 51 cm.; 15 1/2 in. 39.8 cm.; 10 in. 25.4 cm.; 6 1/2 in. 16.5 cm.; 4 3/4 in. 12.1cm.
- Executed in 1970.
Provenance
Galerie Heiner Friedrich, Munich
Galerie Annemarie Verna, Zurich
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1972
Galerie Annemarie Verna, Zurich
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1972
Exhibited
Bern, Kunsthalle, Carl Andre: Sculpture 1958-1974, April - June 1985, no. 4, p. 53, illustrated p. 50
Condition
This work is in very good condition. There is evidence of rust and oxhidation to the steel elements, inherent to the artist working method, which is visible in the Catalogue Raisonné illustration. Otherwise, there are no apparent condition problems with this work.
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.