Hugo Demarco
Vibrations , 1968 (Executed)
Lot #38 |
2011-10-04 |
Sotheby's, Amsterdam
BAT III
Category:
Sculpture
Estimate:
EUR 3,000 - 5,000 (currency of sale)
USD 4,179 - 6,965 (approx.)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: AM1105
Auction name: BAT III
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: Amsterdam
Start date: 2011-10-04
Currency: EUR
Source:
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Sculpture & 3D Art
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Dimensions: 147 by 50 by 50 cm.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
147.0
Width In Centimeters:
50.0
Depth In Centimeters:
50.0
Height In Inches:
57.874
Width In Inches:
19.685
Depth In Inches:
19.685
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Year notes: Executed circa 1968.
Provenance
Galerie Denise René, Paris Acquired from the above in 1970
Exhibited
Utrecht, Centraal Museum, and travelling, Art of the Space Age, 1971-1972 Tilburg, Kultureel Centrum, Peter Stuyvesant Collectie , 1979 Condition Surface dirt. The motor is not fully functioning: one steel pin does not rotate properly. Motor might need replacement or restoration.<br>Scratches and paint loss in the base. Minor possible oxidation and minor scratches of the steel pins. "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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalog summary
Hugo Demarco Vibrations stainless steel and wood with an electric motor 147 by 50 by 50 cm. Executed circa 1968. Provenance Galerie Denise René, Paris Acquired from the above in 1970 Exhibited Utrecht, Centraal Museum, and travelling, Art of the Space Age, 1971-1972 Tilburg, Kultureel Centrum, Peter Stuyvesant Collectie , 1979 Condition Surface dirt. The motor is not fully functioning: one steel pin does not rotate properly. Motor might need replacement or restoration.<br>Scratches and paint loss in the base. Minor possible oxidation and minor scratches of the steel pins. "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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."