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Lot 37
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Jesús Rafael Soto (1923-2005)

Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description

  • JESÚS RAFAEL SOTO
  • Elementos suspendidos
  • signed, titled and dated 1970 on the reverse
  • painted metal on wood with hanging elements and nylon string
  • 35 1/3 by 13 3/4 by 5 in.
  • 90 by 35 by 12.5 cm

Provenance

Graphicart, Caracas
Sale: Sotheby's, New York, Latin American Art, November 24, 1998, lot 163, illustrated in color

Condition

Minor scratches are present throughout the black backboard. A series of minor scratches are present in the center of the main, red element. The four hanging elements have scratches, discolorations and paint loss to the corners. Overall, 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.
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.