- 381
Jean Arp
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean Arp
- CONFIGURATION: LA LUNE CHANTÉE
- signed Arp, titled, dated 1963, numbered 3/3 and inscribed ardoise on a label affixed to the reverse
- slate relief
- 23 by 23cm., 9 by 9in.
Provenance
Private Collection (acquired in the 1970s)
Thence by descent to the present owner
Thence by descent to the present owner
Literature
Bernd Rau, Hans Arp, Die Reliefs Œuvre-Katalog, Stuttgart, 1981, nos. 734a/734b, illustration of another example p. 354
Condition
There is a very light water stain to the centre and to the bottom left quadrant. There is a slight scratch to the top right of the composition, 3cm. in length, and several tiny scratches to the centre of the bottom edge. Apart from some slight handling dirt to the edges of the relief, this work is in good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."