Alexander Calder

Galerie Maeght, Paris
Collection Pamela Harriman, New York
Vente: Sotheby's, New York, 19 mai 1997, The Estate of Ambassador Pamela Harriman, lot 95
Acquis lors de cette vente par le propriétaire actuel

This work appears in good condition overall. The elements move freely. All of the elements show varying degrees of spot oxidation, wear and soiling with age, particularly on the red and black elements and on the small yellow disk as visible in the catalogue illustration. The paint is generally stable and shows evidence of discoloration with age. All paint is original and there has been no restoration to 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. 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."

painted metal, brass and wire standing mobile. Executed circa 1954. This work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under application number A16061.

"Mon vieux Sandy, ce costaud à l'âme de rossignol qui souffle des mobiles, ce rossignol qui pose son nid à ses mobiles; ces mobiles frottent l'écorce de la sphère couleur orange où habite mon grand ami Sandy."
(Joan Miro à Alexander Calder, in cat. exp. Calder-Miro, Perls Galleries, New York, 1961)

Alexander Calder, Saché, vers 1967. © Galerie Daniel Lelong, Paris