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George Rickey
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- George Rickey
- One Fixed One Moving Line Diagonal Bronze II
- inscribed and dated 1979
- stainless steel on bronze and wood base
- fixed element, including base, height: 26 in.; moving element, length: 28 1/8 in.
- 66 cm.; 71.5 cm.
Provenance
Acquired from the artist, 1979
Condition
In good condition aside from small spots of discoloration on base and overall surface dirt. Stainless steel mount is slightly crooked, but does not effect movement. Very slight bend to moving element approx. 5-in. from tip. Mounted to wood base with two screws. Wood base has a weight glued to the interior (visible from below).
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
The base is inscribed 1/8, but the work is unique.