Lot 308
  • 308

Eric Fischl

Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description

  • Eric Fischl
  • Tumbling Woman
  • incised with the artist's signature, date 02 and number 5/5
  • cast bronze
  • Sculpture: 36 by 78 by 47 in. 91.4 by 198.1 by 119.4 cm.

Provenance

Jablonka Galerie, Cologne
Acquired by the present owner from the above

Literature

Vittoria Coen, Eric Fischl, Bologna, 2004, n.p., illustrated in color
Andrea D. Fitzpatrick, "The Movement of Vulnerability: Images of Falling and September 11," Art Journal, Vol. 66, no. 4, 2007, illustrated

Condition

This work is in very good overall condition. There is evidence of general light handling and wear with a few scattered unobtrusive abrasions. There is a repaired crack not visible to the naked eye, extending 7 inches on the upward facing bottom of the figure's left thigh. The work is accompanied by a marble base which exhibits scattered wear and handling, scattered chips and losses primarily along the extreme bottom and drill holes for a mounted plaque. The overall dimensions including marble base are 66 by 78 by 47 in. (167.6 by 198.1 by 119.4 cm.)
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.
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Catalogue Note

"Is this Art? Or Assault?" - Andrea Peyser ("Shameful Art Attack," New York Post, September 18, 2002)