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Alexander Calder
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- Alexander Calder
- Untitled (Brooch)
- silver and wire
- 3 1/2 by 2 7/8 by 1/8 in. 8.9 by 7.3 by .3 cm.
- Executed in 1944, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under application number A25006.
Provenance
Private Collection, New Berlin, Wisconsin (acquired directly from the artist in 1944)
By descent to the present owner
Literature
"Women Match Calder Exhibit with Jewelry," Milwaukee Journal, February 28, 1965, p. 6, illustrated
Condition
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. There are very fine surface abrasions, presumably due to handling and wear. There is also minimal evidence of mild tarnishing. Otherwise there are no other apparent condition problems with this work.
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.