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Provenance

Perls Galleries, New York Nelson A. Rockefeller, New York (acquired in 1969) Mary R. Morgan, New York (acquired circa 1970) Mary Rockefeller Morgan Charitable Trust, New York Nelson A. Rockefeller Collection, New York Christie's, New York, 30 September 2015, Lot 5 Acquired from the above sale by the present owner Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The surface variations are consistent with the artist's choice of medium and working method. Under close inspection, there are some scattered minor surface scratches, which is to be expected of a wearable work from this period. 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 Ring silver wire 2 5/8 by 2 1/8 by 1 in. 6.6 by 5.4 by 2.4 cm. Executed circa 1941, this work is registered in the archives of the Calder Foundation, New York, under the application number A16332. Provenance Perls Galleries, New York Nelson A. Rockefeller, New York (acquired in 1969) Mary R. Morgan, New York (acquired circa 1970) Mary Rockefeller Morgan Charitable Trust, New York Nelson A. Rockefeller Collection, New York Christie's, New York, 30 September 2015, Lot 5 Acquired from the above sale by the present owner Condition This work is in very good condition overall. The surface variations are consistent with the artist's choice of medium and working method. Under close inspection, there are some scattered minor surface scratches, which is to be expected of a wearable work from this period. 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.