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Niki de Saint-Phalle
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Niki de Saint-Phalle
- Nana au Serpent
- signed, numbered 0/0 and inscribed original on the underside
- painted resin
- 73 by 42 by 23cm.; 28 3/4 by 16 1/2 by 9in.
- Executed in 1984, this work is the artist's prototype aside from the edition of 7 plus 3 artist's proofs.
Provenance
Gimpel Fils, London
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner in 1985
Literature
Carla Schulz-Hoffman, et al., Niki de Saint Phalle, Bonn 1987, p. 119, no. 36, illustration of another example in colour
Condition
Colours:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate although the overall tonality is more vibrant in the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. There is a fine layer of dust throughout. There is a minute speck of paint loss to the tip of the left foot which is only visible upon very close inspection. There are some very small areas of discolouration in places to the surface snake, all of which are inherent to the artist's choice of media. No restoration is apparent when examined under ultraviolet light.
"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."