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ALEXANDER CALDER | Leaf Brooch
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- Alexander Calder
- Leaf Brooch
- brass and steel wire
- 4 1/4 by 4 1/4 in. 10.8 by 10.8 cm.
- Executed circa 1945.
Provenance
Collection of Vera Neumann, New York (gift of the artist)
Sotheby's, New York, 11 November 1993, Lot 252
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner
Sotheby's, New York, 11 November 1993, Lot 252
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner
Condition
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. There is evidence of oxidation on the reverse. Under raking light, minor and unobtrusive surface scratches are visible.
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.
Catalogue Note
This work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under application number A10780.