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Marino Marini
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Marino Marini
- Small Juggler
- Inscribed with the raised initials MM and numbered 3/6
- Bronze
- Height: 18 3/4 in.
- 47.6 cm
Provenance
Galerie d'Art Moderne, Basel
Galerie Paul Valloton, Lausanne
Acquired from the above by the family of the present owner in 1958
Literature
Herbert Read, Patrick Waldberg & Gualtieri Di San Lazzaro, Marino Marini, Complete Works, New York, 1970, no. 341, illustration of another cast p. 374
Fondazione Marino Marini, ed., Marino Marini, Catalogue Raisonné of the Sculptures, 1998, Milan, no. 424, illustration of another cast p. 293
Fondazione Marino Marini, ed., Marino Marini, Catalogue Raisonné of the Sculptures, 1998, Milan, no. 424, illustration of another cast p. 293
Condition
Very good condition, with the highly variable and somewhat dry surface typical to the artist's process. Patina is greenish. There are flecks of patina missing, again possibly inherent to work. Figure incised by the artist, with a layer of composite material visible under top layer. Some minor spots of corrosion, outside of right leg, on the right arm on the upper legs, thighs. Otherwise fine.
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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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.