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Man Ray
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Man Ray
- Solitaire
- Inscribed with the artist's monogram and numbered 6/8
- Bronze
- Height: 15 1/8 in.
- 39.7 cm
Literature
Turin, Galleria Il Fauno, Man Ray, Mains libres (exhibition catalogue), 1972, illustration of another cast
Janus, Man Ray, Milan, 1973, no. 145, illustration of another cast
Jean-Hubert Martin, Rosalind Krauss & Brigitte Hermann, Man Ray: Objets de mon affection, sculptures et objets, Catalogue raisonné, Paris, 1983, no. 10, larger edition listed p. 165
Man Ray et ses amis (exhibition catalogue), The Bunkamura Museum of Art, Tokyo, 1991-92, illustration of another cast
Condition
Gold brown patina. Both elements are screwed to a Lucite base. Some minor oxidation in the deeper crevices at the bottom of the hands. Area of patina discoloration on inside of right hand's thumb as well as a few areas between the fingers, otherwise fine. Work is in very good 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.