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Private Collections and Outstanding Works - Auction ends: February 15, 2026 from 3:00 pm
Private Collections and Outstanding Works - Auction ends: February 15, 2026 from 3:00 pm
169
Arnaldo Pomodoro
Sfera, 1982
Bronze
Starting bid:
€ 10,000 Estimate:
€ 10,000 - 15,000End: 02-15-26 16:24:00 Berlin
02-15-26 10:24:00 New York
02-15-26 07:24:00 Los Angeles (30 days, 07h:54m)
02-15-26 10:24:00 New York
02-15-26 07:24:00 Los Angeles (30 days, 07h:54m)
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Lot description
Arnaldo Pomodoro
1926 - 2025
Sfera. 1982-1983.
Bronze, gilded.
On the side with the signature, numbering, and lettering of the publisher “Artcurial”. Copy 74/150 from the Arabic-numbered edition, alongside an edition of VI Roman-numbered copies and additional artist's copies. Diameter ca. 15 cm (5.9 in).
Published by Artcurial, Paris. [AR].
• Glossy worlds with secrets waiting to be revealed: characteristic spherical work by the artist who passed away in June 2025.
• Arnaldo Pomodoro is considered one of the most important sculptors of Italian post-war Modernism.
• His works can be found in public spaces around the world, including in front of the entrance to the UN headquarters in New York.
PROVENANCE: Private collection, Hesse.
LITERATURE: This edition is listed in the Fondazione Arnaldo Pomodoro's online catalogue of works under the number M116: www.arnaldopomodoro.it/catalogue_raisonne/artworks/ (accessed on 12/12/2025).
In good condition. Minimal dust in the recesses and small, waxy deposits, probably from the manufacturing process, as well as a few green spots and traces of oxidation. The smooth underside is slightly stained and has faint scratches and scuffs.
1926 - 2025
Sfera. 1982-1983.
Bronze, gilded.
On the side with the signature, numbering, and lettering of the publisher “Artcurial”. Copy 74/150 from the Arabic-numbered edition, alongside an edition of VI Roman-numbered copies and additional artist's copies. Diameter ca. 15 cm (5.9 in).
Published by Artcurial, Paris. [AR].
• Glossy worlds with secrets waiting to be revealed: characteristic spherical work by the artist who passed away in June 2025.
• Arnaldo Pomodoro is considered one of the most important sculptors of Italian post-war Modernism.
• His works can be found in public spaces around the world, including in front of the entrance to the UN headquarters in New York.
PROVENANCE: Private collection, Hesse.
LITERATURE: This edition is listed in the Fondazione Arnaldo Pomodoro's online catalogue of works under the number M116: www.arnaldopomodoro.it/catalogue_raisonne/artworks/ (accessed on 12/12/2025).
In good condition. Minimal dust in the recesses and small, waxy deposits, probably from the manufacturing process, as well as a few green spots and traces of oxidation. The smooth underside is slightly stained and has faint scratches and scuffs.
169
Arnaldo Pomodoro
Sfera, 1982
Bronze
Starting bid:
€ 10,000 Estimate:
€ 10,000 - 15,000End: 02-15-26 16:24:00 Berlin
02-15-26 10:24:00 New York
02-15-26 07:24:00 Los Angeles (30 days, 07h:54m)
02-15-26 10:24:00 New York
02-15-26 07:24:00 Los Angeles (30 days, 07h:54m)
After entering your maximum bid you will be able to check your entry and you will be provided with further information. Only after a further confirmation your bid will be binding.
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