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HARRY BERTOIA | Untitled (Bush)
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Harry Bertoia
- Untitled (Bush)
- welded bronze
- 13 x 15 x 18 inches
- circa 1964
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by a Private Collector
Sotheby's New York, Contemporary Art, Part II, November 13, 1991, lot 326
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Sotheby's New York, Contemporary Art, Part II, November 13, 1991, lot 326
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Nancy N. Schiffer and Val O. Bertoia, The World of Bertoia, Atglen, PA, 2003, pp. 109-113 (for related bush forms)
Condition
Overall very good condition, consistent with age. The bronze surfaces with some light scratches, minor rubbing to the high points of the design and areas of oxidation consistent with age and gentle handling. The patina and oxidation to the metal varies from a powdery teal to russet brown more towards the front. Overall it has a very organic transition between the various oxidation hues.There is some patina loss where the branches attach to the central stem, partially visible in the catalogue illustration, but this is not visually detractive and common in these works. Interestingly, the overall bush elements rest very low to the tabletop, with less than a ΒΌ inch between the lowest caps to the base, evoking a strong sense of volume. Overall a few of the stems are slightly misaligned as is typical. A highly biomorphic sculptural form that presents exceptionally well overall.
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 lot is offered together with a certificate of authenticity from the Harry Bertoia Foundation, Bozeman, Montana, 2018, as well as a Certificate of Authenticity from Brigitta Bertoia, 1991.