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Viola Frey
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Viola Frey
- Ferret with Barbell
- painted ceramic; in two parts
- Ferret: 19 1/2 by 10 by 20 1/2 in. 49.5 by 25.4 by 52.1 cm.
- Barbell: 8 by 22 by 8 in. 20.3 by 55.9 by 20.3 cm.
- Executed circa 1960-1970.
Provenance
Braunstein Quay Gallery, San Francisco
Acquired by the present owner from the above
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The work is in two separate parts. The barbell has a repaired damage to the center of the bar and various nicks and scratches, the most prominent measuring 3/4 inch in length. The ferret also has scattered nicks and scratches. There is a significant chip to the bottom of the animal's front foot.
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.