109
Bouche-évier (Sink Stopper), also known as Medallic Sculpture
1967/1981-82
Cast bronze multiple.
6.5 cm (2 1/2 in.) diameter
With incised signature, date '64' (the date of the original lead model from which the cast was made), and numbering 64/100 on the underside (between 1967 and 1979 the International Collectors Society, New York, issued 60 examples in bronze, 30 examples in stainless steel, 70 examples in sterling silver, and 12 artist's proofs in each metal; with the permission of Duchamp's widow, the edition was completed posthumously in 1981-82 to the editions of 100 each).
Estimate
£3,000 - 5,000 ♠
Sold for £3,750
Contact SpecialistRebecca Tooby-Desmond
Specialist, Head of Sale, Editions, Associate Director
London
+44 207 318 4079