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Alexander Archipenko
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Alexander Archipenko
- Egyptian Motif
- Inscribed Archipenko, dated 1917 and numbered 7/12
- Bronze
- Height: 14 in.
- 35.5 cm
Provenance
Estate of the artist
Acquired from the above on February 17, 1968
Acquired from the above on February 17, 1968
Literature
Alexander Archipenko, Archipenko, Fifty Creative Years 1908-1958, New York, 1960, illustration of another cast pp. 152-53
Donald H. Karshan, ed., Archipenko, International Visionary, Washington, D.C., 1969, illustrations of another cast p. 53 & pl. 57
Annette Barth, Alexander Archipenkos Plastiches Oeuvre, vol. II, Frankfurt, 1997, no. 85, illustration of another cast p. 187
Donald H. Karshan, ed., Archipenko, International Visionary, Washington, D.C., 1969, illustrations of another cast p. 53 & pl. 57
Annette Barth, Alexander Archipenkos Plastiches Oeuvre, vol. II, Frankfurt, 1997, no. 85, illustration of another cast p. 187
Condition
The bronze features a mottled light and dark green patina. There are some minor nicks and scratches to the surface of the bronze; most of these are consistent with age but a couple are more pronounced, including a 2-inch area along the figure's lower back as well as a smaller 1/4-inch abrasion to the figure's upper right leg. Minor surface dirt is visible within the deeper crevices. This work is in good condition.
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.