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Fernando Botero (B. 1933)
Estimate
90,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description
- Fernando Botero
- Testa
- inscribed with signature and numbered 4/6; also stamped with foundry mark
- 15 1/8 by 8 1/4 by 9 1/2 in.
- (38.4 by 21 by 24.1 cm)
- Executed in 1993.
bronze
Provenance
Galleria Durini, New York
Condition
The patina is very even throughout the sculpture. There are a few spots of slight rubbing on the cheeks and a 1 in. intermittent scuff to her right cheek. There is also a small 1 in. discoloration to the patina below her left ear. Overall the sculpture 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.