Louise Nevelson

Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner

This work is in very good and sound condition overall. There are several minor areas of paint loss and flaking paint scattered throughout, most notably on the outermost plank of the left form, on the left lateral edge of the left form and on the right lateral edge of the right form. Under close inspection, scattered surface scratches, inconsistencies to the wood and minor indentations are visible, all inherent to the found nature of the medium.
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.

"I met Louise Nevelson through her dealer Arne Glimcher...She was well known for wearing these bits and pieces, odd belts, shoes, and strange headgear, also for the way she mixed up items of clothing...Her extraordinary face was like a sculpture of its own. She wore three pairs of false eyelashes, all fluttering at once. So, there was her wonderful face with these black-fringed eyes, always moving and full of curiosity...We designed clothes that were unusual and had a great punch—she adored getting dressed up. Nothing was ever too far out. She loved sumptuous, flamboyant designs. Of course, the look mirrored the grand scale of her art. The clothes I designed for her were life imitating art—her art. I couldn't have been more thrilled."

Arnold Scaasi, Women I Have Dressed (and Undressed), New York 2004, pp. 159-161