Lot 81
  • 81

Magdalena Abakanowicz

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Magdalena Abakanowicz
  • Magdios (from the Incarnation series)
  • incised with the artist's monogram, title and date 88 on the base
  • cast bronze and copper
  • 25 5/8 by 10 3/8 by 7 1/2 in. 65.1 by 26.4 by 19.1 cm.
  • Executed in 1988.

Provenance

Private Collection (acquired directly from the artist)
Christie's, London, May 25, 1995, lot 196
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale

Condition

This work is in very good condition overall. There is some minor discoloration to the patina around the base. There is some light surface soiling, particularly in the recessed areas, as well as chips and cracks consistent with the artist's intent.
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