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Provenance

Marisa del Re Gallery, New York Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1983 Condition Overall the work is in very good condition. Some of the deepest crevices of the work show some accumulation of soiling. All elements appear stable and firmly attached to the base. There is some unevenness to the patina that appears inherent to the work, eg. the varied color of the violin bodies and a few areas on the violin neck elements. There are a few minor accretions on the surface of the work. 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

Catalog summary

Arman Wind from the West incised with the artist's signature and numbered AP 1/8 bronze with brown patina 24 by 15 1/2 by 6 1/2 in. 61 by 39.3 by 16.5 cm. Executed in 1981, this work is artist's proof number 1 from an edition of 8. This work is recorded in the Arman Studio Archives under number: APA# 8202.81.011. Provenance Marisa del Re Gallery, New York Acquired by the present owner from the above in 1983 Condition Overall the work is in very good condition. Some of the deepest crevices of the work show some accumulation of soiling. All elements appear stable and firmly attached to the base. There is some unevenness to the patina that appears inherent to the work, eg. the varied color of the violin bodies and a few areas on the violin neck elements. There are a few minor accretions on the surface of the work. 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