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Alexander Archipenko 1887-1964
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Alexander Archipenko
- Head
- Signed Archipenko and stamped ARKO (interior of base)
- Bronze glazed ceramic
- Height: 8 3/4 in.
- 22.2 cm.
- Executed circa 1929, the year Archipenko established a ceramic school named "Arko" in New York City.
Provenance
Gift from the artist to C.J. Bulliet (art historian and critic for the Chicago Daily News), Chicago, early 1950s
Thence by descent to the present owner
In Art Digest (July 1937), C.J. Bulliet examined the artist's work: "...Archipenko sought and found new aesthetic laws and stylistic innovations that ever conformed to the universal urge for grace and rhythym" (Alexander Archipenko, Archipenko, Fifty Creative Years, 1908-1958, New York, 1960, p.75).
Thence by descent to the present owner
In Art Digest (July 1937), C.J. Bulliet examined the artist's work: "...Archipenko sought and found new aesthetic laws and stylistic innovations that ever conformed to the universal urge for grace and rhythym" (Alexander Archipenko, Archipenko, Fifty Creative Years, 1908-1958, New York, 1960, p.75).
Exhibited
Chicago, Arts Club, An Exhibition of Sculpture and Paintings by Alexander Archipenko, February 22 - March 8, 1929, no. 20
Condition
Overall good condtion. Possible rubbing in scattered spots. Minor scratches/nicks.
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 authenticity of this work has kindly been confirmed by Frances Archipenko Gray.