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POL BURY 1975 Paris Galerie Maeght Edition Kinetic Sculptural Ring In 18Kt Gold

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Kinetic ring designed by Pol Bury. This is an extremely rare sculptural ring created in Paris France by the Belgian artist Pol Bury for Galerie Maeght, back in the 1970-1975. This SPHERES kinetic ring has been carefully crafted at the jewelry atelier of Jacques Bugin in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with very high polished finish. The design of this wearable piece of art was made up by several elements with a curved platform from which twenty spheres of various sizes emerge. These spheres contrast with the base and move freely on its individual axis. The sound they produce gives the impression of water since the design was based on the model of the famous water fountain designed by Pol Bury, back in 1968. Designer Artist: Pol Bury. Editorial Gallery: Published between 1970-1975 by Galerie Maeght, Paris France. Craftsmanship: Goldsmith atelier of master Jacques Bugin. Edition Number: 6/30. no artist proofs. Weight: 21.95 Grams, (14.10 Dwt). Size: 5 and may be resized up or down only ONE size on special request. Measurements: 20 mm by 27 mm (0.79 x 1.06 Inches) and raise 10 mm over the finger. Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks; the maker's mark JB inside a lozenge cartouche with a bird, associated to the atelier of Jacques Bugin, twice with the mark of the eagle's head for the assay and warranty of the .750/.999 gold, the authorized edition numbers 6/30 and signed by Pol Bury itself in cursive as follows; "POL BURY 6/30". Literature: Pol Bury (Maeght), Dore Ashton, ed. Maeght, Paris 1970. Page-138. The art of jewelry and artists' jewels in the 20th century, ex. cat., Museum Degli Argenti, Firenze 2001. Pol Bury, Rosemary E. Phalke, cat. Rais, Dortmund 1994/95, j-69. Guinness, Louisa. Art as Jewellery: from Calder to Kapoor. Belgium: Acc Art books ltd, 2017. [similar illustrated on pp 132]. Exhibitions: 1971 Pol Bury, Caracas, Estudio Actual. 1971 Pol Bury, New York, Cartier. 1972 Bijoux de Pol Bury, Paris Galerie Maught. For this bracelet; 2020 In Motion, Louisa Guinness Gallery, 2017 Art as Jewellery: An Exhibition, Louisa Guinness Gallery. 2015 Landscapes of Belgium, Musée D'Ixelles. Provenance: Acquired from Galerie Maught, Paris 1975. East Hampton London, A private collection in Cremona, Italy, A private collection in Milan Italy. A private collection in Indianapolis USA. Acquired in NYC by private deal on April 2025. Collections: Tate Museum, London. Museum of Modern Art (Moma) New York City. Collateral: This Pol Bury ring is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box. Condition: The overall condition of this Pol Bury ring is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All parts are secured in the settings. This ring has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and the authenticity. INVENTORY REF: R041125IENM/.5276
  • Creator:
  • Ring Size:
    5 US, Resizable
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  • Weight:
    21.95 g
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The overall condition of this Pol Bury ring is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All parts are secured in the settings. This ring has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and the authenticity.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: R041125IENM/.52761stDibs: LU2690226052522

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