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Provenance

Perls Galleries, New York Christie's, New York, November 4, 1987, lot 135 Private Collection Francis Briest, Paris, February 15, 1990, lot 16 Dr. Hubert Pfeffer, Paris Acquired by the present owner from the above Condition This work is in good condition overall. There is evidence of wear and handling to the edges of the canvas, resulting in slight rubbing to the paint layer along the sides. The white paint may have darkened slightly with age. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed. 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 Baluster signed with the artist's initials oil on canvas mounted to panel 8 1/8 by 4 5/8 in. 20.6 by 11.7 cm. Executed circa 1945, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under application number A08377. Provenance Perls Galleries, New York Christie's, New York, November 4, 1987, lot 135 Private Collection Francis Briest, Paris, February 15, 1990, lot 16 Dr. Hubert Pfeffer, Paris Acquired by the present owner from the above Condition This work is in good condition overall. There is evidence of wear and handling to the edges of the canvas, resulting in slight rubbing to the paint layer along the sides. The white paint may have darkened slightly with age. Under Ultraviolet light inspection, there is no evidence of restoration. Framed. 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.