Lot 25
- 25
Francisco Zúñiga (1912-1998)
Estimate
125,000 - 175,000 USD
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Description
- Francisco Zúñiga
- Desnudo en el Aire
- inscribed with signature and stamped 1970; also stamped with foundry mark
- bronze; ed. III
- Length: 67 in.
- 170 cm
Provenance
Laura Villaseñor (acquired from the artist)
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Fundación Zúñiga, Francisco Zúñiga: Catálogo Razonado/Catalogue Raisonné (1923-1993), Mexico City, 1999, p. 372, n. 630, illustrat🦋ed (incorrectly dated 1971)
Condition
The sculpture is in excellent condition. The textured surface displays a dark brown/green patina that is in good condition. Tiny spots of corrosion products were observed in the recesses throughout the surface. A mounting hole was evident on the proper left buttock. No mounting mechanism was installation at the time of our inspection. No significant scratches or abrasions were noted on the surface. The sculpture is clean and displays a fresh protective wax coating. The sculpture is structurally sound.
(This condition report has been provided courtesy of Wilson Conservation.)
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.