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Fernando Botero (b. 1933)
Estimate
125,000 - 175,000 USD
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Description
- Fernando Botero
- Ballerina
- inscribed with signature and numbered 3/9
- bronze
- 13 by 7 by 7 in.
- 33 by 17.7 by 17.7 cm
Provenance
Luigi Carluccio, Venice
Alan Zabell, Escondido, California (1983)
Gallerita di Ruta Upiglio, Milan
Acquired from the above by the present owner (1985)
Private Collection, San Juan
Literature
Fernando Botero: Recent Sculpture (exhibition catalogue), Marlborough Gallery, New York, April 30-May 29, 1982, p. 28, no. 15, illustration of another cast
Edward J. Sullivan, Botero Sculpture, New York, 1986, p. 93, illustration of another cast
Edward J. Sullivan, Botero Sculpture, New York, 1986, p. 93, illustration of another cast
Condition
There is some streaking to the patina particularly on the dancer's standing leg. The surface is lightly waxed. There are two very small nicks to her hip and on her back. The sculptures rests in its base with a thick pin. Overall 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.
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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.