David Smith Vertical Pistol Structure

David Smith
1906 - 1965

Vertical Pistol Sculpture
incised with the artist's signature and date 1952 (on a metal plaque)
steel
46 by 15 ¾ by 15 ¼ in.
116.8 by 40 by 38.7 cm.
Executed in 1952.

Condition Report:
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. The welds and joins appear secure and intact. There are tonal and textural variations to the surface including variations to the patina and surface irregularities, which appear inherent to he artist's working method and chosen medium. Under close inspection, there are scattered areas of copper brown oxidation throughout as well as a few minute accretions.

Provenance:
Estate of the artist

Galerie Gmurzynska, Zurich

Acquired from the above in August 2011 by the present owner