Lot 320
- 320
Studio of Willem de Kooning
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Studio of Willem de Kooning
- Sitting Figure (from the Leda and the Swan series)
- incised with artist's initials and numbered AP / 1/3 on the reverse
- bronze with gold patina
- 5 1/2 by 6 by 6 in.
- 13.9 by 15.2 by 15.2 cm.
- Executed in 1987, this work is number 1 of 3 artist's proofs outside an intended edition of 9 of which only 3 were ever cast.
Provenance
Philip Pavia, New York
Private Collection, New York
Private Collection, New York
Condition
This work is in very good condition overall. There is some surface soiling throughout. There are a few very minor, surface scratches to the work. There is some very light wear to the base along the edges. Please note the dimensions of the work including the base measure 7 1/4 by 5 1/4 by 5 in. (18.4 by 13.3 by 12.7 cm.).
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.