Lot 110
  • 110

Giacomo Manzù 1908-1991

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • Giacomo Manzù
  • Maternità (Madre con bambino)
  • Stamped with the foundry stamp Fonderia MAH Milano, Manzù (on the base)
  • Bronze, dark brown patina
  • Height: 14 in.
  • 35.6 cm.

Exhibited

New York, World House Gallery, Manzù : first one-man exhibition in the United States, April - May, 1957, no. 12, illustrated

Condition

Overall good condition. Dirt in crevices. Two holes at top of mother's head inherent to casting process. Dusty white stain at top of mother's head and remnants all over, predominantly along the left side of 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.
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Catalogue Note

Inge Manzù has kindly confirmed the authenticity of this work.