Lot 29
  • 29

Tony Berlant

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Tony Berlant
  • Butterfly Pie
  • found metal and steel brads on panel
  • 9 3/4 by 7 in. 24.7 by 17.8 cm.
  • Executed in 1964.

Provenance

David Stuart Galleries, Los Angeles
Acquired by the present owner from the above

Condition

This work is in very good condition overall. The metal elements are well intact and stable. There are fine surface scratches, some light wear, and minor inconsistencies to the elements consistent with the artist's working method and use of found materials. The steel brads show evidence of oxidation. Framed.
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