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François-Xavier Lalanne
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description
- François-Xavier Lalanne
- "Hippopotame III (Petit)"
- impressed 4/8 FXL LALANNE 1996
- patinated bronze
- number 4 from an edition of 8 and 4 artist's proofs
Provenance
Acquired from Paul Kasmin Gallery, New York, by the present owner
Literature
Patrick D'Elme, "Histoire des Lalannes," Cimaise, January 1970, p. 61 (for a related example of a hippopotamus bathtub)
Pierre Restany, "Les Lalanne ou le Rêve à la Maison," Domus, January 1973, p. 38 (for a related example of a hippopotamus bathtub)
Les Lalannes, Musée National d'Art Moderne, Paris, 1975, pp. 74-75 (for a related example of a hippopotamus bathtub)
"News Report," Progressive Architecture, December 1978, pp. 28-29 (for a related example of a hippopotamus bathtub)
"Atelier Lalanne," Architectural Digest, February 1981, p. 116
Daniel Marchesseau, Les Lalanne, Paris, 1998, pp. 7 and 86
Claude & François-Xavier Lalanne, exh. cat., Paul Kasmin Gallery, New York, 2006, pp. 82-83
Pierre Restany, "Les Lalanne ou le Rêve à la Maison," Domus, January 1973, p. 38 (for a related example of a hippopotamus bathtub)
Les Lalannes, Musée National d'Art Moderne, Paris, 1975, pp. 74-75 (for a related example of a hippopotamus bathtub)
"News Report," Progressive Architecture, December 1978, pp. 28-29 (for a related example of a hippopotamus bathtub)
"Atelier Lalanne," Architectural Digest, February 1981, p. 116
Daniel Marchesseau, Les Lalanne, Paris, 1998, pp. 7 and 86
Claude & François-Xavier Lalanne, exh. cat., Paul Kasmin Gallery, New York, 2006, pp. 82-83
Condition
Overall in excellent original condition. The hippo with some minor surface scratches, light rubbing to finish and two areas of circular discolorations to the back region of the sculpture. The interior with some light surface residue. An excellent example of the small scale variant, with a playful presence.
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.