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Harry Bertoia 1915-1978
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description
- Sculpture
- patinated bronze
- 87.6 cm. high
- 34 1/2 in.
patinated bronze
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Thence by descent
Literature
Nancy N. Schiffer and Val O. Bertoia, The World of Bertoia, Atglen, PA, 2003, p. 128 (for a similar model)
In Nature's Embrace: The World of Harry Bertoia, exh. cat., Philadelphia, 2006, p. 52 (for a similar model)
Condition
Overall very good original condition. With some very minor rubbing to the patina and minor areas of oxidation. Areas of concentrated rubbing to the lower third of the standard as seen in the catalogue illustration which appears brown in colour. Some minor irregularities in spacing to the branch elements that appears inherent in the making and not a result of damage. Less than five subsiduary `branches' are slightly bent, but this is not distracting. This lot is being sold with a white base used by the consignor measuring 9 5/8 x 13 x 13 inches, not illustrated 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
This lot is being sold with a copy of the signed drawing by Harry Bertoia dated April 1, 1968.