Details

Provenance

Frances Archipenko

Literature

Alexander Archipenko, Archipenko: Fifty Creative Years, 1908-1958 , New York, 1960, illustrations of other casts pls. 185 and 186 Donald H. Karshan, Archipenko: the Sculpture and Graphic Art , Tübingen, 1974, illustration of another cast p. 125 Donald H. Karshan, Archipenko: Sculpture, Drawing and Prints, 1908-1963 , Danville, KT, 1985, nos. 73-74, illustrations of other casts p. 138 Donald H. Karshan, Archipenko: Themes and Variations 1908-1963 , Daytona Beach, 1989, illustration of another cast p. 67 Condition Very good condition. Work is screwed to a lucite base at 2 points along the bottom. Rich variations in the patina. There are 3 tiny nicks with associated patina loss on the back of the figure behind torso. A few minor pinhead-size dots of discoloration in legs. A few pits along the top edge that appear to be inherent to the casting process. 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.

Catalog summary

Alexander Archipenko Torso in Space Inscribed A. Archipenko and numbered 4/6 Bronze, blue patina Length: 28 in. 71 cm Provenance Frances Archipenko Literature Alexander Archipenko, Archipenko: Fifty Creative Years, 1908-1958 , New York, 1960, illustrations of other casts pls. 185 and 186 Donald H. Karshan, Archipenko: the Sculpture and Graphic Art , Tübingen, 1974, illustration of another cast p. 125 Donald H. Karshan, Archipenko: Sculpture, Drawing and Prints, 1908-1963 , Danville, KT, 1985, nos. 73-74, illustrations of other casts p. 138 Donald H. Karshan, Archipenko: Themes and Variations 1908-1963 , Daytona Beach, 1989, illustration of another cast p. 67 Condition Very good condition. Work is screwed to a lucite base at 2 points along the bottom. Rich variations in the patina. There are 3 tiny nicks with associated patina loss on the back of the figure behind torso. A few minor pinhead-size dots of discoloration in legs. A few pits along the top edge that appear to be inherent to the casting process. 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.