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Arman
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- Arman
- Chicago Violin (Vence: Chicago Concerto I)
- stamped with the artist's signature, numbered 8/8 and with the Bocquel Foundry mark
- violins with bronze and wire
- 30.5 by 12.5 by 12 1/2 in.
- 77.5 by 33.7 by 31.7 cm.
- Executed in 1983, This work is recorded in the Arman Studio Archives under number APA# 8202.83.020.
Provenance
Marisa del Re Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1985
Literature
Michel Butor, Arman: Recent Sculptures, Galerie Le Point, Monte-Carlo, 1984, cat no. 3, another example illustrated
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is some wear to the patina. There are minor unobtrusive surface scratches. There is some rubbing to the patina to the right edge of the simulated case. There is some bending to the violin strings, likely due to the artists choice of medium.
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.