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Alexander Calder
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 USD
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Description
- Alexander Calder
- Red Boomerangs and Blue Saucer
- signed and dated 73
- gouache and ink on paper
- 22 1/4 by 29 3/4 in. 56.5 by 75.6 cm.
- Executed in 1973, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under application number A01815.
Provenance
Private Collection, Westport, Connecticut (gift of the artist)
By descent to the present owner in 1989
By descent to the present owner in 1989
Condition
This work is in excellent condition overall. The sheet is hinged on the reverse to the backing board in multiple places. The sheet is deckled on all 4 sides. Framed under glass.
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.
Catalogue Note
Surgeon and sculptor, Dr. Kaare Kristian Nygaard, was first introduced to Alexander Calder through a referral from his office receptionist, who had previously worked for the grandson of Henri Matisse. After his initial treatment of Calder and through their shared passion for creating art, Dr. Nygaard and the artist developed a close friendship that continued for the remainder Calder’s life.