Details

Provenance

Acquired from the artist by the present owners

Exhibited

New York, Marisa del Re Gallery, Arman - Gods and Goddesses, October-November 1986

Literature

Pierre Nahon, L'Histoire de la Galerie Beaubourg II, 1988-1994 , Paris, 2009, p. 45, illustrated in colour Condition The colours are fairly accurate in the printed catalogue illustration. Traces of oxidation are located throughout the work, as visible in the catalogue illustration. The tip of the index finger of the right hand figure presents a wear mark. This work is in good original condition. "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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE." Catalogue Note Arman is one of the rare object artists whose esthetic is a virtue. Because he perfectly mastered his language, he can do what he likes. He has Cartesian logic, power of synthesis and lyrical eloquence. Pierre Nahon

Catalog summary

Arman Apollo, The Offering signed, numbered AP 1/2 and stamped Bocquel sliced welded bronze Executed in 1986, this work is number AP 1/2 from an edition of 3 plus 5 épreuves d'artiste plus 2 artist proofs.This work is recorded in the Arman Studio Archives New York under number: APA# 8301.86.001This work is registered in the archives of Denyse Durand-Ruel under number 3034. 225 x 140 x 180 cm; 88 5/8 x 55 1/8 x 70 7/8 in. Provenance Acquired from the artist by the present owners Exhibited New York, Marisa del Re Gallery, Arman - Gods and Goddesses, October-November 1986 Literature Pierre Nahon, L'Histoire de la Galerie Beaubourg II, 1988-1994 , Paris, 2009, p. 45, illustrated in colour Condition The colours are fairly accurate in the printed catalogue illustration. Traces of oxidation are located throughout the work, as visible in the catalogue illustration. The tip of the index finger of the right hand figure presents a wear mark. This work is in good original condition. "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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE." Catalogue Note Arman is one of the rare object artists whose esthetic is a virtue. Because he perfectly mastered his language, he can do what he likes. He has Cartesian logic, power of synthesis and lyrical eloquence. Pierre Nahon