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Harry Bertoia
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Harry Bertoia
- Untitled (Pendant)
- silver, ebony and coral
together with a custom stand
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by Harry Bertoia's metal supplier
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Nancy N. Schiffer and Val O. Bertoia, The World of Bertoia, Atglen, 2003, p. 24 (for a related model)
In Nature’s Embrace: The World of Harry Bertoia, exh. cat., Reading Public Museum, Reading, 2006, p. 32 (for the same related model)
Bent, Cast & Forged: The Jewelry of Harry Bertoia, exh. cat., Cranbrook Art Museum, Bloomfield Hills, 2015, pl. 14 (for the same related model)
In Nature’s Embrace: The World of Harry Bertoia, exh. cat., Reading Public Museum, Reading, 2006, p. 32 (for the same related model)
Bent, Cast & Forged: The Jewelry of Harry Bertoia, exh. cat., Cranbrook Art Museum, Bloomfield Hills, 2015, pl. 14 (for the same related model)
Condition
Overall in excellent original condition. The surfaces with minor surface scratches. The silver has acquired a subtle patina. A highly graphic design with great provenance.
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.