Joel Shapiro

Collection particulière, Suisse

The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although the patina is darker in the original. This work is in excellent condition.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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signed, dated and numbered; bronze. Executed in 1990-1991, this work is number 4 from an edition of 6.

_{"Je suis intéressé par la forme. La forme est un substitut de l'artiste. Comme reflet de l'artiste, elle est toujours présente, même dans les oeuvres les plus abstraites [...]. Je la vois comme une métaphore de la pensée et du corps de l'artiste. Comme une métaphore de sa conscience " (extrait de Joël Shapiro, Artinfo, 19 décembre 2007).}