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Arnaldo Pomodoro
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Arnaldo Pomodoro
- Sfera
- incised with the artist's signature and number 3/9 on the base
- bronze with gold patina on acrylic base, in 2 parts
- Diameter: 6 in. 15 cm.
- Overall: 6 3/4 by 5 1/2 by 5 1/2 in. 17 by 14 by 14 cm.
- Executed in 1978, this work is number 3 from an edition of 9 plus 3 artist's proofs.
Provenance
Marquise de Riscal (acquired circa 1991)
Gift to the present owner from the above
Gift to the present owner from the above
Literature
Flaminio Gualdoni, Arnaldo Pomodoro: Catalogo ragionato della scultura, Tomo II, Milan, 2007, cat. no. 619, pp. 598-599, illustrated
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There are a few scattered surface scratches. There is some faint surface soiling. There is a faint ring that is discolored at the top and bottom of the sphere from where the work rests on the base. The work is accompanied by a transparent, acrylic base. There are scattered surface scratches throughout and subtle wear at the edges and corners of the base.
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.