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Fulvio Bianconi (1915 - 1996) for Venini
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 'Informale': a vase
- engraved mark, 'Venini, Italia'
- 40cm.;
- 15 3/4 in.
glass, modelled as a torso
Literature
For a cased example of this vase see: Anna Venini Diaz Santillana, Venini, Catalogue Raisonné 1921 - 1986, Milan, 2000, p.163, no.122 and Marc Heiremans, Art Glass from Murano, 1910 - 1970, Stuttgart, 1993, p. 293., no. 247.
Condition
A large and sculptural piece. There is some scratching to the surface and typical wear to the underside of the foot. The green is of a slightly less blue tone than the catalogue illustration suggests.
"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."