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Pol Bury
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Pol Bury
- 142 Tiges
- copper sheet and copper rods with electric motor
- 29 1/4 by 19 3/4 in.
- 74.3 by 50.1 cm
- Executed in 1965, this work is unique.
Provenance
Lefebre Gallery, New York
Private Collection, New York (acquired from the above in 1966)
By descent to the present owner
Private Collection, New York (acquired from the above in 1966)
By descent to the present owner
Literature
Dore Ashton, Pol Bury, Paris, 1970, p. 72, illustrated (titled Cuivre)
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The electric motor is attached to the reverse and functioning. Some of the copper rods are seemingly slightly loose, although this may be inherent to the artist's technique. The copper rods are somewhat dusty as is the electric motor. There is possibly some rubbing or scratches to the copper surface, which has oxidized throughout, all of this may also be inherent. There is a horizontal indent approximately 2 3/4 in. long (7 cm) at the lower right corner, which may be inherent as well. Including the protruding rods and the electric motor, the depth of the sculpture is approximately 8 in. (20.3) cm. Unframed.
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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.