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Donald De Lue 1897-1988
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Donald De Lue
- Cosmic Head
- signed De Lue on the underside, signed De Lue, dated sc 1943 P, © 1987 and 1991, numbered 3/12 and stamped with the TX monogram for the Tallix Foundry in Beacon, New York on the back of the base
- gilded and patinated bronze
- Height: 32 in. 81.3 cm.
Literature
D. Roger Howlett, The Sculpture of Donald DeLue: Gods, Prophets and Heroes, Boston, 1990, p. 48, illustrated (another example)
Condition
in good condition; a few scattered spots where gold paint has worn-off --on protrusions (i.e. the tip of his nose, the ends of a couple of "nubs" jutting from back of his head)
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.
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.