Fall Southern Estates and Collections: Session I
Tue, Oct 29, 2024 10:00AM EDT
Lot 21
Gabriel Morera (Venezuela, 20th C), Untitled, Box, Mixed Media
Estimate: $400 - $600
Sold for
$250
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
| $300,000 | $10,000 |
Property of Jane Tucker-Radley
Description:
Gabriel Morera (Venezuela, 20th Century), Untitled, Box, Mixed Media, unsigned, blue and orange painted handled case, opening to a divided interior with colorful Lucite cubes, mirrored paper, and glass.Gabriel Morera was a Venezuelan artist that explored informalism, surrealism, and pop themes in his paintings and sculpture. Central features of his work include his retablos, magical objects, the interplay of mirrors and the use of the color blue, his evocations of Alexandria, the presence of the house and its facade, the Trinity, and the flight of a bird. His sculptural work consists of his boxes, made either of plexiglass, in the 1960s, or wood, in the 1970s. (Moma.com)
Measurements: Height: overall closed 10 in. x Width: 10 in. x Depth: 4 1/2 in.
Condition:
Overall good condition, general wear and old marks and scratches to outside of case, interior elements in need of gentle cleaning, mirrored paper loose and slightly wavy, some Lucite boxes slightly loose.Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. PHOTOS MAY ALSO ACT AS A CONDITION REPORT. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding. Complete condition reports are available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the live auction. All lots are offered and sold 'AS IS’, and Everard Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. We do not guarantee the condition of frames. By placing a bid, either in person, by phone, absentee or via the Internet, you signify that you agree to be bound by the conditions of sale. Everard Auctions does not provide any shipping or packing services. We recommend that all potential buyers obtain pack/ship estimates prior to bidding. Please contact us for a list of recommended shippers.
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