As of Nov 15, 2024

Robert Indiana

Lot 77034

Prem (Hindi Love), 2007

Steel

72,0 x 72,0 x 35,5 in (182.9 x 182.9 x 90.2 cm)

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Lot 77034

Prem (Hindi Love), 2007

Steel

72,0 x 72,0 x 35,5 in (182.9 x 182.9 x 90.2 cm)

Estimate: US$ 200,000 - 300,000

€ 190,000 - 285,000

Auction: 22 days

Heritage Auctions

City: Dallas, TX

Auction: Dec 10, 2024

Auction number: 8182

Auction name: Modern & Contemporary Art Signature® Auction

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Lot Details

Ed. 1/8

Private collection, Overland Park, Kansas.

Robert Indiana (1928-2018) Prem (Hindi Love), 2007 Steel 72 x 72 x 35-1/2 inches (182.9 x 182.9 x 90.2 cm) Ed. 1/8 Stamped on inside of bottom foot: © 2007 R. Indiana PROVENANCE: Private collection, Overland Park, Kansas. One of the unique aspects of Prem is its incorporation of the Devanagari script, used to write Hindi, which gives the sculpture an entirely new visual identity. Indiana retains the clean, bold aesthetic of his LOVE sculptures, but the form and flow of the Devanagari letters lends the piece a distinct sense of rhythm and grace that differs from the angular lines of his English LOVE. The fluidity of the script contrasts with the block-like structure of his original design, giving Prem a softer, more organic appearance while preserving the geometric integrity that is characteristic of Indiana's work. This transformation of form offers viewers a fresh visual experience while preserving the instantly recognizable theme of love. HID12401132022 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice

Condition report available upon request. This lot is accompanied by a custom crate and will ship therein.

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Object description

Ed. 1/8

Provenance

Private collection, Overland Park, Kansas.

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Condition

Condition report available upon request. This lot is accompanied by a custom crate and will ship therein.