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Alexander Calder
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 USD
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Description
- Alexander Calder
- Untitled
- incised with the artist's monogram on the base
- painted metal, brass and wire
- 9 1/4 by 5 1/4 by 2 in. 23.5 by 13.3 by 5.1 cm.
- Executed circa 1964, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under application number A18796.
Provenance
B.C. Holland Gallery, Chicago
Private Collection, Chicago (acquired from the above circa 1972)
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1976
Private Collection, Chicago (acquired from the above circa 1972)
Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1976
Condition
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. There is evidence of wear and age to the red and white elements, resulting in some spots of paint loss on the red element. There are also some spots of paint loss along the edges of the black base.
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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.