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Harry Bertoia
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description
- Harry Bertoia
- Untitled
- welded copper and patinated bronze
Provenance
Acquired from the artist by the present owner
Literature
June Kompass Nelson, Harry Bertoia: Sculptor, Detroit, 1970, cat. no. 64 (for a related sculpture)
Condition
Overall excellent condition. This work displays superb scale and intricacy in the design. The patination is a vibrant green tone. With some minor surface dirt concentrated in the crevices of the design. Please contact the department or visit sothebys.com for additional views of the sculptural element in the recessed portion at the center of the bush. A superb design that has remained until now in the collection of the original owners who maintained a close relationship with Harry Bertoia.
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.