Lot 196
- 196
Wifredo Lam (1902-1982)
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- L'Oiseau de feu
both Inscribed with signature and numbered 320/500A and 320/500B
polished bonze and chrome plated metal
- ea. 10 1/2 by 5 1/2 in.
- ea. 26.7 by 14 cm
- Executed in 1970.
Literature
Lam (exhibition catalogue) Galerie Tronche, Paris, 1972, illustration of another cast from this edition
Wifredo Lam: The Messenger, Tresart, Miami, March 17🃏-April 17, 2006, p. 28-29, n. 12, Illustration of another cast from this edition
Condition
(Silver) The sculpture is in overall excellent condition with some residue accumulated in some of the joints. The patina appears to have been recently polished. There is also a small, ½ in. scratch to the center body.
(Gold) The work is overall in very good condition with some accumulated white residue in some of the joints and the tail. There is very light rubbing to the center of the body.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.