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Diego Giacometti
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Diego Giacometti
- Fauteuil aux pommeaux de canne
- bronze
- height: 80.2cm., 31 1/2 in.
Provenance
Peter Bernoulli, Basel
Paul & Kitty Mirani-Pagano, Erlenbach (acquired from the above in 1982)
Walter Haas, Zurich (acquired from the above in 1997)
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1997
Paul & Kitty Mirani-Pagano, Erlenbach (acquired from the above in 1982)
Walter Haas, Zurich (acquired from the above in 1997)
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1997
Literature
Michel Butor, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1985, illustration of another cast p. 123
Françoise Francisci, Diego Giacometti. Catalogue de l'œuvre, Paris, 1986, vol. I, illustration of another cast p. 73
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1986, illustration of another cast p. 54
Françoise Francisci, Diego Giacometti. Catalogue de l'œuvre, Paris, 1986, vol. I, illustration of another cast p. 73
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1986, illustration of another cast p. 54
Condition
Attrattive dark patina. The most protruding areas are slightly lighter. There are a few very minor spots of oxidation in places. Otherwise this work is in overall very good condition.
The leather seat is detachable, with a few stains and minor wear consistent with age and usage.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."