Summer Selections: Fine & Decorative Arts
Wed, Jul 19, 2023 11:00AM EDT
Lot 647
Virginio Ferrari "Sphere" Bronze Sculpture 1977
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $300 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $500,000 | $25,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $50,000 |
| $10,000,000 | $100,000 |
Virginio Ferrari (Italian, b. 1937). Large bronze sculpture titled "Sphere" depicting an orb floating gracefully above a rectangular plinth, 1977. The plinth has a semi-circular divot along the top, which combined with the floating orb, makes it appear as though the sphere has just lifted upwards into the air. The sphere is suspended above the plinth with a thin wire.
Base; height: 36 in x width: 24 in x depth: 24 in. Sphere; diameter: 8 1/4 in. Gross weight: In excess of 200 lbs; the sphere weighs 12 lbs.
Condition
Wear throughout consistent with display and use. There are several large scuffs along one side; smaller scuffs/scratches throughout. Some areas of discoloration to the metal. The wire holding the sphere aloft has been cut.
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