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ALEXANDER CALDER | For Elma
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Alexander Calder
- For Elma
- silver and steel wire
- 4 7/8 by 2 1/4 by 1/4 in. 12.3 by 5.8 by 0.6 cm.
- Executed in 1946, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York under application number A23972.
Provenance
Elma Slade Chess, Washington, Connecticut (gift of the artist)
Joanna Cook Chess Bergson, Orleans, Massachusetts
Private Collection, Massachusetts (by descent from the above)
Christie's, New York, 24 April 2014, Lot 11
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner
Joanna Cook Chess Bergson, Orleans, Massachusetts
Private Collection, Massachusetts (by descent from the above)
Christie's, New York, 24 April 2014, Lot 11
Acquired from the above sale by the present owner
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. The surface variations are consistent with the artist's choice of medium and working method. Under very close inspection, there are a few, scattered minor surface scratches, which is to be expected of a wearable work from this period. There is evidence of very minor, scattered oxidation to the steel wire.
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.