- 128
Harry Bertoia
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Harry Bertoia
- Sound Sculpture
- beryllium copper and brass
Provenance
Gallery K.B., Kaare Bernsten, Oslo
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Exhibited
Harry Bertoia, Gallery K.B., Kaare Bernsten, Oslo, October 27-November 11, 1972
Literature
June Kompass Nelson, Harry Bertoia: Sculptor, Detroit, 1970, cat. no. 61 (for a related sculpture)
Nancy N. Schiffer and Val O. Bertoia, The World of Bertoia, Atglen, PA, 2003, p. 229 (for a related sculpture)
Nancy N. Schiffer and Val O. Bertoia, The World of Bertoia, Atglen, PA, 2003, p. 229 (for a related sculpture)
Condition
Overall very good condition. The brass base with some discolorations from age, and some surface dirt and discoloration within the one of the triangular spaces bound by the vertical rods. A few of the rods show very slight bending. A rare small scale example with three very different compositions to the sound making rods. Please note that this lot is offered with a period exhibition catalogue in which the sculpture was included.
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
This lot is being offered with an original copy of the 1972 exhibition catalogue.