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Alexander Calder
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Alexander Calder
- Blue Shape
- signed and dated 64
- gouache on paper
- 19 3/4 by 25 3/4 in.
- 50.1 by 65.5 cm.
Provenance
Nicolas Guppy, London (acquired directly from the artist)
Perls Galleries, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above, circa 1968
Perls Galleries, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above, circa 1968
Condition
Sheet disclored overall. Deckled edges on each side, right side has very minute tears. Very minute scuff marks to blue shape. VERSO: attached to backing (linin on paperboard) with fabric tape at each upper edge.
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
Executed in 1964, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York under application number A14252.