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Lot 87
  • 87

MATTIA BONETTI | 'Caillou' Sofa

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • Mattia Bonetti
  • 'Caillou' Sofa
  • moulded with artist's facsimile signature MB ed. Galerie / Italiennefrom an edition of 6 + 2AP
  • resin, canvas, leather
  • 95 x 220 x 100 cm (37  3/8  x 86  5/8  x 39  3/8  in.)
  • 2007

Provenance

Galerie Italienne, Paris

Condition

Caillou overall fair condition. The fibreglass surfaces with multiple scattered scuffs, nicks and scratches throughout, concentrated to the front trim, bases of the feet, back panel and proper right armrest mount, revealing the fibreglass in areas. The central back panel with multiple deeper scratches, the longest measuring approximately 10 cm. The front left leg wirh a deeper scratches revealing the fibreglass within an area approximately 20 x 20 cm. The fabric upholstery with minor staining and gentle fading. The leather cushions with scattered rubbing, scuffs and scratches. The reverse of one cushion with an area of rubbing measuring approximately 8x13 cm. A professional restoration quote is available on request. Please contact the department for additional images.
"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."