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Alexander Archipenko
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Alexander Archipenko
- Small Reclining Figure
- Inscribed Archipenko, dated 1913 and numbered 10/12 F
- Bronze
- Length: 12 1/2 in.
- 31.75 cm
Provenance
Samuel C. Karlan, Beechurst, New York
Thence by descent
Thence by descent
Literature
Donlad H. Karshan, Archipenko, The Sculpture and Graphic Art, Including a Print Catalogue Raisonné, Tübingen, 1974, illustration of another cast p. 69
Katherine J. Michaelsen, Archipenko, A Study of the Early Works, 1908-1920, New York, 1977, illustration of the plaster version pl. 44
Donald H. Karshan, Archipenko, Sculpture, Drawings and Prints 1908-1963, Danville, Kentucky, 1985, no. 15, illustration of another cast p. 53
Katherine J. Michaelsen, Archipenko, A Study of the Early Works, 1908-1920, New York, 1977, illustration of the plaster version pl. 44
Donald H. Karshan, Archipenko, Sculpture, Drawings and Prints 1908-1963, Danville, Kentucky, 1985, no. 15, illustration of another cast p. 53
Condition
Attractive blue-green patina. Some very minor patina rubbing along edges. Work is screwed to stone base at two places on underside. Very minor surfact dirt in crevices, otherwise fine. Work is in very 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.