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Alexander Calder
Estimate
400,000 - 600,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Alexander Calder
- 10 Disques
- signed with the artist's monogram and dated 60 on the largest element
- painted metal and rod hanging mobile
- 27 by 36 1/2 by 36 1/2 in. 68.6 by 92.7 by 92.7 cm.
- Executed in 1960, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under application number A10295.
Provenance
Galerie Maeght, Paris
Private Collection, Los Angeles (acquired from the above in 1961)
James Goodman Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There is intermittent paint loss evident to the original paint on the elements as visible in the catalogue illustration. There are also spot accretions to the elements and evidence of mild oxidation at the joins. The mobile moves smoothly and freely.
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.