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Marcel Broodthaers
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Marcel Broodthaers
- Allegro Moderato
- titled; stamped by the Broodthaers Estate and signed by Maria Gilissen Broodthaers on the reverse
- plastic sign
- 83.1 by 120.1cm.; 32 3/4 by 47 1/4 in.
- Executed in 1969, this work is number 2 from an edition of 7.
Provenance
Galerie Isy Brachot, Brussels
Rhona Hoffman, Chicago
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner 1989
Rhona Hoffman, Chicago
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner 1989
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is deeper and richer, with the background tending more towards deep cream in the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. There are three holes at the lateral edges; one at the top, one at the middle and one at the bottom; all visible in the catalogue illustration, which appear original. On close inspection there is evidence of scattered faint surface abrasions, a few fine rub marks and some surface smudging, which appear inherent to the artist's working method. The top left extreme corner tip is missing.
"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."