- 168
André Masson
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- André Masson
- LA POSSÉDÉE
numéroté 3/12 et daté 1963 - 1988; porte les cachets du fondeur Ateliers O. Brustolin, Vérone et Brustolin, et le cachet de l'éditeur Galerie Due, Ci
bronze
- 37 x 38 x 6,2 cm; 14 1/2 x 15 x 2 3/8 in.
Literature
Roger Passeron, André Masson, Catalogue général des sculptures, Turin, 1987, fig. 174, illustration p. 277 (une autre épreuve)
Condition
Strong black patina. There is some superficial dirt in the recesses of the bronze. Apart from some slight wears to the prominent areas of the sculpture, this work is in good condition.
"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."
Catalogue Note
numbered '3/12' and dated '1963 - 1988'; stamped with the foundry marks 'Ateliers O. Brustolin, Vérone' and 'Brustolin', and the editor mark 'Galerie Due, Ci', bronze. Conceived in 1953 and cast in bronze in 1987-88 by Ateliers O. Brustolin in an edition of 14.