Harry Bertoia

Overall in very good original condition. This sculpture with a wonderful acquired patina to both the base and rods. The base with a few minor surface scratches, minute abrasions, a few minor areas of discoloration and light oxidation consistent with age and gentle handling. The two central rods present with very light evidence of bending. The taller rods on each side present with very minor bending and some irregularity in height, which is inherent in the design. A very rare example of the sound sculpture with two very variant rod configurations which result in two very different tones when played. ---
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