Lot 60
- 60
Jesús Rafael Soto (1923-2005)
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- JESÚS RAFAEL SOTO
- Jai Alai
- inscribed with signature; also numbered 74/300
- painted wood, metal and nylon string
- 20 by 6 by 6 in.
- 51 by 15.2 by 15.2 cm
- Executed in 1969. Marlborough Graphics Edition.
Provenance
Galleria L'Isola, Rome
Genova, Wannenes Art Auction, La Collezione Orlandi Arte Moderne e Contemporaneo, June 12, 2012, lot 51, illustrated in color
Private Collection, Italy
Genova, Wannenes Art Auction, La Collezione Orlandi Arte Moderne e Contemporaneo, June 12, 2012, lot 51, illustrated in color
Private Collection, Italy
Literature
Bélgica Rodríguez, Soto, Caracas, 2009, p. 136, illustration in color of a work from same series
Condition
There is a minor loss to the top left corner of the wood structure. There is a minor crack to the surface extending from the nail head on the top edge of the wood structure. The surface does appear stable. This work is in very good condition overall.
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.
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