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Juan Muñoz
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Juan Muñoz
- Greek Conversation Piece
- bronze with green patina, in 5 parts, marble and white painted wood base
- 12 by 19 3/4 by 19 3/4 in. 30.5 by 50.2 by 50.2 cm.
- With base: 43 by 19 3/4 by 19 3/4 in. 109.2 by 50.2 by 50.2 cm.
- Executed in 1993, this work is unique.
Provenance
Jean Bernier Gallery, Athens
Galerie Lucy Jordan, Nieuwpoort
Private Collection
Christie's, London, June 29, 1999, Lot 83
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Galerie Lucy Jordan, Nieuwpoort
Private Collection
Christie's, London, June 29, 1999, Lot 83
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Exhibited
Athens, Jean Bernier Gallery, Juan Muñoz, May - July 1993
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The figures exhibit evidence of oxidation as visible in the catalogue illustration. The marble base exhibits media losses, most notably is 2 1/2 inch loss on one of the legs of the base. Additionally, there are scattered light scuffs and abrasions on the base.
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.