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Anthony Caro
Estimate
70,000 - 90,000 USD
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Description
- Anthony Caro
- Table Piece CCXIV
- steel, rusted and varnished on painted wood base
- Sculpture: 32 by 67 by 3 1/2 in. 81.3 by 170.2 by 8.9 cm.
- Base: 30 by 63 by 26 in. 76.2 by 160 by 66 cm.
- Executed in 1974, this work is unique.
Provenance
André Emmerich Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above in October 1978
Acquired by the present owner from the above in October 1978
Exhibited
Braunschweig Kunstverein, Anthony Caro: Table and Related Sculpture 1966-1978, May - July 1979, cat. no. 218, p. 92, illustrated
Literature
Dieter Blume, Anthony Caro Catalogue Raisonné, Volume I: Table and Related Sculptures 1966-1978, Cologne, 1981, no. 218, p. 207, illustrated
Condition
This work is in very good condition. The work is oxidized, which is inherent to the medium. There are scattered small nicks to the patina, marks and light wear which are largely inherent to the medium and the working method of the artist. Wood table is sound and has recently been cleaned.
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.