Lot 122: NAUM GABO | Construction in space: Suspended

perspex, stainless steel spring-wire, phosphor-bronze cradle on an aluminium base

length: 30.5cm., 12in.

perspex, stainless steel spring-wire, phosphor-bronze cradle on an aluminium base

All of the elements are secure. There is a fracture to the central part of the perspex (approx. 2.5cm. long) and a small chip to one of the end points, both of which are mentioned in the Catalogue raisonné for the artist. Some of the springs have spread in places along the upper perspex rim (measuring a maximum of 2mm.) This work is in overall good 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."

Lugano, Galleria Pieter Coray & Paris, Galerie de France, Naum Gabo, 1989-90, no. 12, illustrated in the catalogue

Colin Sanderson & Christina Lodder, 'Catalogue raisonné of the Constructions and Sculptures' in Steven A. Nash & Jörn Merkert (eds.), Naum Gabo, Sixty Years of Constructivism, Munich, 1985, no. 70.16, listed p. 250

Miriam Gabo (the artist's wife, until 1988)
Acquired by the present owner in 1990