Details

Provenance

Acquired from the artist by the present owners Condition Very good overall condition. The patinated bronze presents very light and rare instances of abrasion and discoloration. There are some minute traces of oxidation, mostly concentrated to the lower half of the table. All consistent with age and use. The glass top presents with surface scratches and some deeper scratches. "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."

Catalog summary

Arman Table Violoncelle 71,5 x 129,7 x 129,7 cm ; 28  1/8  x 51 x 51 in. signed, numbered EA 2/4 and with the founder's mark Bocquel Fd. <br>patinated bronze, glass top<br>Conceived in 1993, this work is number EA 2/4 from an edition of 8 plus 4 artist's proofs This work is recorded in the Arman Studio Archives New York under number: APA# 7030.93.416 Provenance Acquired from the artist by the present owners Condition Very good overall condition. The patinated bronze presents very light and rare instances of abrasion and discoloration. There are some minute traces of oxidation, mostly concentrated to the lower half of the table. All consistent with age and use. The glass top presents with surface scratches and some deeper scratches. "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."