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Art Smith
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Art Smith
- "Patina" Necklace
- signed Art Smith and impressed STERLING
- silver
Literature
"The Jewelry of Art Smith," Craft Horizons, January/February 1970, p. 20
Toni Greenbaum and Martin Eidelberg, ed., Messengers of Modernism: American Studio Jewelry 1940-1980, exh. cat., Montreal Museum of Decorative Arts, Montreal, 1996, p. 87
From the Village to Vogue: The Modernist Jewelry of Art Smith, exh. cat., Brooklyn Museum, 2008, pp. 8, 10
Toni Greenbaum and Martin Eidelberg, ed., Messengers of Modernism: American Studio Jewelry 1940-1980, exh. cat., Montreal Museum of Decorative Arts, Montreal, 1996, p. 87
From the Village to Vogue: The Modernist Jewelry of Art Smith, exh. cat., Brooklyn Museum, 2008, pp. 8, 10
Condition
Overall very good original condition, with the exception of a possible very minor kink to the large crescent shaped silver element to the left side. Overall in our opinion the necklace presents well. The surfaces have not been over cleaned. The subtle hand worked chasing and texturing to the surfaces is subtle and exquisitely executed. There is a good clear makers stamp to the reverse. The various frame elements connect well and the necklace hangs well when worn.
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
An example of the same design is in the collection of the Brooklyn Museum (2007.61.2).