Lot 425
  • 425

Baltasar Lobo

Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 USD
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Description

  • Baltasar Lobo
  • Contemplative
  • Inscribed Lobo and numbered E.A. 1/4
  • Bronze
  • Length: 49 1/2 in.
  • 125.7 cm

Provenance

Galerie Hopkins-Custot, Paris
Acquired from the above in 2010

Exhibited

Paris, Galerie Hopkins-Custot, Baltasar Lobo, Sculptures, 2010, no. 18, illustrated in color in the catalogue

Literature

Baltasar Lobo: Esculturas monumentales (exhibition catalogue), Jardina Amalia Rodrigues, Lisbon, 2008, illustration of another cast p. 61

Condition

The patina is a deep red brown, mahogany-like color. It is very smooth and polished. There are very minor light surface scratches only visible on very close inspection and not detracting from the overall look. The work is in largely excellent original 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.