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H. C. Westermann
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- H. C. Westermann
- Dust Pan, 30/3 (American Walnut)
- stamped with the artist's name, date 1972, and number 30/3 at the top of the pan; stamped with the inscription American Walnut at the top of the handle and U.S.A. on the underside; stamped with the artist's name and date 72 on the anchor on the backside of the pan
- galvanized sheet metal, wood and brass
- 5 1/2 by 15 1/4 by 11 5/8 in.
- Executed in 1972, this work is from the series 30 Dust Pans. Each work is unique and hand-carved from different variations of wood.
Provenance
Allan Frumkin Gallery, Chicago
James Corcoran Gallery, Los Angeles
Frumkin/Adams Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above
James Corcoran Gallery, Los Angeles
Frumkin/Adams Gallery, New York
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Exhibited
Urbana, Krannert Art Museum, University of Illinois, Contemporary American Painting and Sculpture 1974, March - April 1974, cat. no. 72, p. 127, illustrated
Literature
Michael Rooks and Lynne Warren, H.C. Westermann: Exhibition Catalogue and Catalogue Raisonné of Objects, Chicago, 2001, p. 324
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There are some faint scattered surface scratches to the handle and dust pan and evidence of light wear. There is some light surface soiling and some minor, faint accretions, mostly on the underside. There is some minor oxidation to the hardware.
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.