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Provenance

Private Collection, New York (gift of the artist) Sotheby’s, New York, September 29, 1993, lot 302 Arij Gasiunasen Fine Art of Palm Beach, Inc., Palm Beach Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1993 Condition The work is in good condition overall. The sheet is hinged at the top to the backing board. There is pale time staining to the sheet and it is slightly darker at the extreme edges. The edges of the sheet are deckled. There is some very subtle foxing throughout. Framed under Plexiglas. 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 Giraffe signed with artist's initials CA and dated 75 gouache on paper 22 7/8 by 6 3/8 in. 58.1 by 16.2 cm. Executed in 1975, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under application number A10644. Provenance Private Collection, New York (gift of the artist) Sotheby’s, New York, September 29, 1993, lot 302 Arij Gasiunasen Fine Art of Palm Beach, Inc., Palm Beach Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1993 Condition The work is in good condition overall. The sheet is hinged at the top to the backing board. There is pale time staining to the sheet and it is slightly darker at the extreme edges. The edges of the sheet are deckled. There is some very subtle foxing throughout. Framed under Plexiglas. 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.