Provenance
Marisa Del Re Gallery, New York (purchased therein by the present owner's parents in 1983) By descent to the present owner Condition in good condition; patina is colored differently in certain places to make the violin look more life-like (not a condition problem) 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 registered in the Arman Studio Archives, New York under the archive number APA #8202.81.004 .Ā AĀ cast of 8 was produced with two artist's proofs, of which the present work is one.
Catalog summary
Arman Cubist Composition signed and numbered A/PĀ 2/2 bronze, reddish patina 30 by 16 by 14 in. 76.2 by 40.6 by 35.7 cm. Executed in 1981. Provenance Marisa Del Re Gallery, New York (purchased therein by the present owner's parents in 1983) By descent to the present owner Condition in good condition; patina is colored differently in certain places to make the violin look more life-like (not a condition problem) 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 registered in the Arman Studio Archives, New York under the archive number APA #8202.81.004 .Ā AĀ cast of 8 was produced with two artist's proofs, of which the present work is one.