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Lot 119

Rare Harry Bertoia SONAMBIENT Sculpture, 37"H

Estimate: $30,000 - $50,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

This is a rare form of the SONAMBIENT sculptures, as the rods are split in the center. Lot is accompanied by a copy of Certificate of Authenticity issued by the Harry Bertoia Research Project, dated 7.7.2015. Provenance: Lost City Arts, New York, New York. Note: Several of the rods are bent in this sculpture, as referenced in the condition section. The Bertoia Studio, as part of its services, can reset the rods. Please contact the Bertoia Studio if you would like a quote.
Designer & Manufacturer: Harry Bertoia (1915-1978)
Markings: no marking(s) apparent
Country of Origin & Materials: American; bronze, copper
Dimensions(H,W,D): 37"h, 8"w, 8"d

Condition

very good, patina to metal, some bends to rods