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Carl Andre
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description
- Carl Andre
- 29 Prime Rectile
- cold rolled steel, in 29 parts
- Each: 1/8 by 15 5/8 by 7 7/8 in. .3 by 39.7 by 20.1 cm.
- Overall: 1/8 by 15 5/8 by 228 1/2 in. .3 by 39.7 by 580.4 cm.
- Executed in 1977 this work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed twice, titled and dated New York 3 Nov 88 by the artist.
Provenance
Paula Cooper Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Exhibited
Los Angeles, Otis Art Institute Gallery, Carl Andre, January - February 1977
New York, Sperone Westwater Fischer, Carl Andre, May 1977
New York, Paula Cooper Gallery, Carl Andre, January 1985
Literature
Exh. Cat., The Hague, Haags Gemeentemuseum; Eindhoven, Stedelijk Van Abbemuseum, Carl Andre, January - March 1987, cat. no. 77-9, p. 108
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There is evidence of oxidation, scattered abrasions and evidence of general handling and wear which is consistent with the material and expected of the artist's floor pieces.
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.