Modern + Contemporary Art & Design
Sat, May 20, 2023 12:00PM EDT
Lot 653
Val Bertoia Sounding Sculpture, 50"H
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
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 |
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Val Bertoia (b. 1949)
Marking(s); notes: B-1934; 2016
Country of origin; materials: American; beryllium copper, brass
Dimensions (H, W, D): sculpture: 50.25"h, 12.25"w, 8"w; box: 54"h, 14.5"w, 9"d
Additional Information: Work titled "Equator of Sound" (B-1934) has thirty beryllium copper "cat tails" silvered to beryllium copper silvered to a brass base. The sculpture was exhibited first in Berlin, Germany, after which it was played by Oscar-winning composer Ryuichi Sakamoto in a French orchestral performance. Val Bertoia has dedicated the work to Sakamoto's memory in light of his recent passing. Lot is accompanied by the Certificate of Authenticity issued by Val Bertoia/Bertoia Studio, dated 9.2.2016 and custom wood storage box.
Spring 2023 Auction Series
- Sat. May 6: Tupperware Corporate Collection: 1970s-1990s
- Sat. May 20: Modern & Contemporary Art + Design
- Now consigning: Fall 2023 Modern & Contemporary Art + Design
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very good, slight slant to several rods
Marking(s); notes: B-1934; 2016
Country of origin; materials: American; beryllium copper, brass
Dimensions (H, W, D): sculpture: 50.25"h, 12.25"w, 8"w; box: 54"h, 14.5"w, 9"d
Additional Information: Work titled "Equator of Sound" (B-1934) has thirty beryllium copper "cat tails" silvered to beryllium copper silvered to a brass base. The sculpture was exhibited first in Berlin, Germany, after which it was played by Oscar-winning composer Ryuichi Sakamoto in a French orchestral performance. Val Bertoia has dedicated the work to Sakamoto's memory in light of his recent passing. Lot is accompanied by the Certificate of Authenticity issued by Val Bertoia/Bertoia Studio, dated 9.2.2016 and custom wood storage box.
Spring 2023 Auction Series
- Sat. May 6: Tupperware Corporate Collection: 1970s-1990s
- Sat. May 20: Modern & Contemporary Art + Design
- Now consigning: Fall 2023 Modern & Contemporary Art + Design
Bidder FAQs
- Live and video preview are available, as are high resolution photos. Please direct all inquiries to info@modernauctions.com.
- The buyer's premium is 28% across all methods of bidding.
- We highly recommend obtaining shipping quotes in advance. A list of shippers is available on our website under "Buying" or by request.
- All bidders should read and understand the Terms & Conditions of Auction. The T&C can be reviewed when you register, via the listing, on our website under "Buying" or by request.
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