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Arnaldo Pomodoro
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 USD
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Description
- Arnaldo Pomodoro
- Studio
- incised with the artist's signature and date '67 on the base
- silver and brass
- 9 1/2 by 7 3/4 by 1 1/4 in. 24.1 by 19.7 by 3.2 cm.
- Executed in 1967, this work is unique. This work is catalogued in the archives of the Arnaldo Pomodoro Studio under number AP 304b.
Provenance
George Nelson, New York (acquired directly from the artist)
Gift to the present owner from the above
Gift to the present owner from the above
Literature
Flaminio Gualdoni, ed., Arnaldo Pomodoro: Catalogo ragionato della scultura, Tomo II, Milan, 2007, cat. no. 441, pp. 538-539, illustrated
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The upper element is separate from the base. There are some scattered surface scratches noted throughout and a few pinpoint nicks to the base element. There is some minor wear to the brass, particularly on the base. Upon close inspection, there are some minor irregularities in the welding, due to the artist's working method.
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.