Lot 2
- 2
Alexander Calder
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Alexander Calder
- Posies
- signed and dated 72
- gouache and ink on paper
- 29 1/4 by 43 1/8 in. 74.3 by 109.5 cm.
- Executed in 1972, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under application number A06644.
Provenance
Perls Galleries, New York
Private Collection (acquired in 1972)
Samuel Miller, New York (acquired circa 1975)
Acquired by the present owner from the above in August 2007
Private Collection (acquired in 1972)
Samuel Miller, New York (acquired circa 1975)
Acquired by the present owner from the above in August 2007
Condition
This work is in excellent condition overall. The sheet is hinged on the reverse along the top edge to the backing board. Under close inspection, there are a few very faint, hairline surface scratches noted. Framed under Plexiglas.
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.