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HARRY BERTOIA | Untitled (Multi-Plane Construction)
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Harry Bertoia
- Untitled (Multi-Plane Construction)
- brass-coated steel
- 68 1/4 x 8 3/8 x 8 3/8 in. (173.4 x 21.3 x 21.3 cm)
- circa 1968
Provenance
Private Collection, New York, acquired directly from the artist, circa 1968
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Nancy N. Schiffer and Val O. Bertoia, The World of Bertoia, Atglen, PA, 2003, p. 80 (for a related model) and p. 81 (for a period photograph of Harry Bertoia next to a related model)
Celia Bertoia, The Life and Work of Harry Bertoia, Atglen, PA, 2015, p. 70 (for a related model)
Celia Bertoia, The Life and Work of Harry Bertoia, Atglen, PA, 2015, p. 70 (for a related model)
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The central stem with light wear and minor rubbing, consistent with age and gentle handling. The sculpture presents with beautiful texture and rich colors. A few areas of minor oxidation throughout consistent with age. The surfaces present with rich tonal variations ranging from silver, pale yellow to warm golden hues with notes of brick red. A wonderful and rich example of from Harry Bertoia's oeuvre.
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.