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Giovanni Giacometti
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 CHF
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Description
- Giovanni Giacometti
- La Cucina della Casa Grande / Die Küche der Casa Grande
- oil on canvas
- 62 x 49 cm
Provenance
Private collection, Switzerland (directly from the artist, by descent to the present owner)
Exhibited
Zurich, Kunsthaus, Kuno Amiet, Giov. Giacometti, Ferd. Hodler (a.o.), 1898, presumably no. 24 (Kitchen interior)
Literature
Elisabeth Ester Köhler, Giovanni Giacometti 1868-1933. Leben und Werk, Zurich 1969, no. 12 (Küchenintérieur, dat. 1890/91)
Paul Müller/Viola Radlach, Giovanni Giacometti. 1868-1933, Werkkatalog der Gemälde, vol. II-I, Zurich 1997, p. 118, no. 1890.12, p. 119, ill.
Paul Müller/Viola Radlach, Giovanni Giacometti. 1868-1933, Werkkatalog der Gemälde, vol. II-I, Zurich 1997, p. 118, no. 1890.12, p. 119, ill.
Condition
Relined.
Craquelure in the surface mostly visible in the centre of the composition.
Under UV light small retouching on the upper left quadrant, on the upper right corner, behind the figure, in the lower left quadrant and in the figures dress visible.
Good condition.
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"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."
Catalogue Note
The radiant colours from the intense light of the mountains have always been a key theme for Giovanni Giacometti.
The dark interior is warmly lit by a summery sunshine that penetrates through the small kitchen window of Casa Grande. The objects on the table glow in colourful shades and the varnished jar reflects the light in a fascinating manner.
The authenticity of this work is certified verso, handwritten by Bruno Giacometti.
The dark interior is warmly lit by a summery sunshine that penetrates through the small kitchen window of Casa Grande. The objects on the table glow in colourful shades and the varnished jar reflects the light in a fascinating manner.
The authenticity of this work is certified verso, handwritten by Bruno Giacometti.
Für Giovanni Giacometti war das intensive Licht in den Bergen ein zentrales Thema. Der weitgehend dunkle Innenraum wird durch das Sonnenlicht, welches durch das kleine Fenster in die Küche eintritt, erhellt. Daher leuchten die Naturalien auf dem Küchentisch in faszinierender Weise.
Die Echtheit dieses Gemäldes ist von Bruno Giacometti rückseitig bestätigt.