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Jean Tinguely
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description
- Jean Tinguely
- Trophee de Chasse-Le-Golem
signed and dated Nov 1990 on the rim of the metal lid
- iron, chains, wire, electric motor, and hippo skull
- 176 by 107 by 140cm.; 69 1/4 by 42 1/8 by 55 1/8 in.
Provenance
Sale: Christie's, London, Contemporary Art, 3 December 1992, Lot 83
Exhibited
Paris, JGM Galerie, Tinguley-Sculptures 1960-1990, 2006, illustrated
Condition
Colours: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate although the overall tonality is softer in the original with the upper metal lid tending more towards matte iron.
Condition: This work is in good original condition. There are small scattered rub marks to the upper metal lid. There is a fine layer of dust adhering to the surface of the sculpture.
"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."
"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."