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Marino Marini
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description
- Marino Marini
- Giocoliere Piccolo (Small Juggler)
Inscribed with the raised initials MM and numbered 3/6
Bronze
- Height: 18 3/4 in.
- 47.6 cm
Provenance
Galerie d'Art Moderne, Basel
Galerie Paul Valloton, Lausanne
Private Collection (acquired from the above by the family of the present owner in 1958)
Thence by descent
Literature
Herbert Read, Patrick Waldberg & Gualtieri Di San Lazzaro, Marino Marini, Complete Works, New York, 1970, no. 341, illustration of another cast p. 374
Fondazione Marino Marini, ed., Marino Marini, Catalogue Raisonné of the Sculptures, 1998, Milan, no. 424, illustration of another cast p. 293
Condition
Varied green and brown patina. Plaster residue in crevices is inherent to the artist's process, as is the general surface variation of the work. Otherwise fine; 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.
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.