Lot 27
  • 27

Harry Bertoia

Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 USD
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Description

  • Harry Bertoia
  • Untitled (Hanging Willow)
  • stainless steel
together with a hanging support and floor stand

Provenance

Gifted by the artist to Edward Flanagan, circa 1970
Acquired from the above by the present owner, circa 2014

Literature

June Kompass Nelson, Harry Bertoia, Sculptor, Detroit, 1970, p. 39, pl. 50 (for the Seattle First National Bank Commission)
Gilberto Granger ed., Harry Bertoia: Decisi che una sedia non poteva a bastare, Milano 2009, p. 44 (for the Seattle First National Bank Commission)

Condition

Overall very good original condition. A few strands are slightly bent. This piece comes with a later added stand. A dynamic form with great presence.
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


The present lot is accompanied by certificates of authenticity from Val Bertoia and the Harry Bertoia Foundation.