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Alexander Calder
Estimate
1,500,000 - 2,500,000 USD
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Description
- Alexander Calder
- Untitled (Autumn Leaves)
- signed with artist's monogram (at a later date)
- painted metal hanging mobile
- 55 x 21 1/2 in. 139.7 x 54.6 cm.
- Executed in 1955.
Provenance
Edward Durrell Stone (acquired directly from the artist)
Condition
This sculpture is in very good condition. There are a few intermittent paint chips and losses on various elements as is to be expected of a work of this age and type, primarily on the tops and edges of the blue, 2 large black, large red and yellow elements. There are two drips of whitish extraneous matter on the top of the yellow element, not visible when hung.
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.