Details

Provenance

Galerie Maeght, Paris Joel Bogart, New York Wade Stevenson, Paris Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1978 Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The sheet is hinged to a fabric mount at multiple points on the reverse. The edges of the sheet are slightly stained, possibly from a prior matting, and the sheet undulates slightly throughout. The colors of the gouache are bright and fresh. There are a few faint, barely-visible studio stains. Framed under glass. 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 Calder Enchantée signed and dated 72 gouache on paper 29 1/2 by 43 3/8 in. 74.9 by 110.2 cm. Executed in 1972, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under application number A12887. Provenance Galerie Maeght, Paris Joel Bogart, New York Wade Stevenson, Paris Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1978 Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The sheet is hinged to a fabric mount at multiple points on the reverse. The edges of the sheet are slightly stained, possibly from a prior matting, and the sheet undulates slightly throughout. The colors of the gouache are bright and fresh. There are a few faint, barely-visible studio stains. Framed under glass. 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.