Lot 142
  • 142

Enrico Baj

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description

  • Enrico Baj
  • La grande tavola
  • signé; signé, titré et daté au dos
  • placages de bois marquetés sur tapisserie montés sur panneau en bois
  • 88,7 x 115,6 cm; 34 15/16 x 45 1/2 in.
  • Exécuté en 1961.

Provenance

Galleria d'Arte Schwarz, Milan
Acquis auprès de celle-ci en 1963

Exhibited

Milan, Galleria Schwarz, Baj - Ebanisterie e Mobili,1961-1962; catalogue, pp.1-2, no.1, illustré deux fois

Literature

Enrico Crispolti, The Catalogue Raisonné for Baj's Complete Works, Turin, 1973, p.123, no.801, illustré

Condition

The colours are fairly accurate in the catalogue illustration, although the overall tonality is lighter in the original. The work is 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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Catalogue Note

signed; signed, titled and dated on the back; wood veneer inlaid on tapestry mounted on wood panel. Executed in 1961.