- 306
Diego Giacometti
Estimate
150,000 - 250,000 USD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Diego Giacometti
- Guéridon - arbre au hibou
- Stamped Diego and with the artist's monogram
- Bronze
- Height: 26 in.
- 66 cm
Provenance
Blanche Fabri (acquired directly from the artist circa 1980)
Private Collection, France (by descent from the above and sold: Sotheby's, New York, May 12, 1999, lot 355)
Private Collection, United States (acquired at the above sale)
Acquired from the above in 1999
Private Collection, France (by descent from the above and sold: Sotheby's, New York, May 12, 1999, lot 355)
Private Collection, United States (acquired at the above sale)
Acquired from the above in 1999
Literature
Michel Butor, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1985, illustration of another example pp. 69 & 125
Françoise Francisci, Diego Giacometti, Catalogue de l'oeuvre, vol. I, Paris, 1986, illustration of another example p. 67
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, New York, 2005, illustration of another example p. 152
Françoise Francisci, Diego Giacometti, Catalogue de l'oeuvre, vol. I, Paris, 1986, illustration of another example p. 67
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, New York, 2005, illustration of another example p. 152
Condition
Attractive variegated green and brown patina with golden highlights. Minor patina rubbing around points of contact with glass top, otherwise fine. Work is in excellent 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.
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.