Barbara Hepworth
Four Forms , 1974 (Executed)
Lot #78 |
2007-09-29 |
Sotheby's, New York
Impressionist And Modern Art
Category:
Sculpture
Estimate:
USD 40,000 - 60,000 (currency of sale)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: N08338
Auction name: Impressionist And Modern Art
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: New York
Start date: 2007-09-29
Currency: USD
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Sculpture
Department: Sculpture & 3D Art
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Dimensions: Height: 16 7/8 in. (including base) 43 cm.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
43.0
Height In Inches:
16.875
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Edition: 1/9
Edition notes: This example is cast no. 1 from an edition of 9 plus one artist's copy.
Year notes: Executed in 1974.
Provenance
Marlborough Gallery, London Acquired from the above by the present owner, 1975 Condition bronze tarnished, minor wear to base 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 This work is based on an aluminum prototype executed in 1971. Four Forms will be included as BH 529 in the forthcoming catalogue raisonné of Barbara Hepworth's sculptures being revised by Dr. Sophie Bowness.
Catalog summary
Barbara Hepworth Four Forms polished brass on black slate base Height: 16 7/8 in. (including base) 43 cm. executed in 1974 in an edition of 9 plus one artist's copy, this example is cast no. 1 Provenance Marlborough Gallery, London Acquired from the above by the present owner, 1975 Condition bronze tarnished, minor wear to base 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 This work is based on an aluminum prototype executed in 1971. Four Forms will be included as BH 529 in the forthcoming catalogue raisonné of Barbara Hepworth's sculptures being revised by Dr. Sophie Bowness.