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Lot #383
Alexander Calder

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Description

American sculptor (1898-1976) known as the originator of the mobile. ALS in French, signed “Sandy,” one page, 8.25 x 10.5, April 12, 1956. Handwritten letter by Alexander Calder to Chantal Quenneville, an artist and lover of Modigliani, from his at atelier at Saché. In full (translated): "I believe you are in Italy and we have been here for two days. How complicated things are. How long will you stay there? We will be here because at the beginning of May I will show my gouaches at the Gallery Weill on 6 rue Bonaparte, Paris. The opening is on the third of May and I will be there a few days before. Please send us a message." In fine condition.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts
  • Dates: #604 - Ended March 10, 2021





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