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Francisco Zúñiga (1912-1998)
Estimate
18,000 - 22,000 USD
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Description
- Francisco Zúñiga
- Tehuanas con Iguana
inscribed with signature and dated 1963; also numbered VII/VIII
bronze, brown patina
- 15 by 7 by 9 in.
- 38 by 17.8 by 23 cm
Provenance
Mr and Mrs Edward Gris (acquired from the artist)
Carl Ripoli, Chicago
Acquired from the above by the present owner (August 1988)
Literature
Francisco Zúñiga. México: Ediciones Galería De Arte Misrachi, 1980, p. 271, illustration of a different cast
Fundación Zúñiga, Francisco Zúñiga: Catálogo Razonado/Catalogue Raisonné (1923-1993), Mexico City, 1999, no. 331, p. 228, illustration of a different cast
Fundación Zúñiga, Francisco Zúñiga: Catálogo Razonado/Catalogue Raisonné (1923-1993), Mexico City, 1999, no. 331, p. 228, illustration of a different cast
Condition
The sculpture is set on a brown wood base. The unique patina is inherent to the work. There is some rubbing to the patina in back woman's right hand and some in the front woman's chest. Overall, it appears to be in excellent 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.
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.