Lot 176
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Ruth Asawa

Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 USD
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Description

  • Ruth Asawa
  • Untitled (S.546, Hanging Three-Lobed, Single Layer Continuous Form)
  • 16-18 gauge brass wire
  • 15 1/2 by 6 1/4 by 6 1/4 in. 39.4 by 15.9 by 15.9 cm.
  • Executed circa 1957, this work is accompanied by a copper tag, issued by Aiko Cuneo, with Ruth Asawa's insignia, her catalogue number S.546 and the decade.

Provenance

Private Collection, New Jersey
Acquired by the present owner from the above

Condition

This work is in very good condition overall. Due to the strength and gauge of the brass wire, the original form has been maintained. There is a green patina, likely from the brass oxidation which is inherent to the artist's working method and which exhibits light evidence of wear and handling. Otherwise, there are no apparent condition problems with this work.
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