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Barbara Hepworth
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- Barbara Hepworth
- Disc with strings (Sun)
Numbered 1/9 (on the base)
- Bronze with string
- Height: 17 7/8 in.
- 45.5 cm
Provenance
Marlborough Gallery, New York
Shaindy Fenton, Fort Worth (acquired from the above in 1980)
Acquired by the present owner circa 1984
Literature
Alan Bowness, ed., The Complete Sculpture of Barbara Hepworth 1960-69, London, 1971, no. 485, illustration of another cast pl. 186
Condition
Surface is scored in a vertical line approximately one inch to the left of center, and again across the lower left edge of the face. Surface is slightly irregular down the central crease, mostly in the upper half. There are a few minor nicks and stains to surface particularly at the back near the base and near the open circle on the right. There are a few color variations on the surface particularly near the center and near the right edge of the back. Strings are intact and in good condition. Otherwise the work is in good condition.
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.