Details

Provenance

Private Collection Artcurial, Paris, 27 April 1996, Lot 1517 Private Collection (acquired from the above in 1996) Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The glass rests securely on the base. There is evidence of light wear and handling throughout. The surface variations are due to the artist's chosen medium. Under close inspection, there is evidence of some minor scattered surface accretions and some areas of minor rust. There are two pinpoint accretions measuring 2 inches and 1/2 inch on the underside of the base and on one leg. Under very close inspection, there is a very small area of minor inpainting on the long side bar opposite the inscription. 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

Arman Blue Cello incised with the artist's signature, title and number 33/100 on one leg patinated bronze 18 7/8 by 21 5/8 by 33 7/8 in. 48 by 54.9 by 86 cm. Executed in 1990, this work is number 83 from an edition of 100 plus 20 artist's proofs and is recorded in the Arman Studio Archives, New York, under number: APA#7030.90.005. Number 33 from an edition of 100 Provenance Private Collection Artcurial, Paris, 27 April 1996, Lot 1517 Private Collection (acquired from the above in 1996) Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The glass rests securely on the base. There is evidence of light wear and handling throughout. The surface variations are due to the artist's chosen medium. Under close inspection, there is evidence of some minor scattered surface accretions and some areas of minor rust. There are two pinpoint accretions measuring 2 inches and 1/2 inch on the underside of the base and on one leg. Under very close inspection, there is a very small area of minor inpainting on the long side bar opposite the inscription. 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.