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Francisco Zúñiga (1912-1998)
Estimate
150,000 - 175,000 USD
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Description
- Francisco Zúñiga
- El Pastorcillo
inscribed with signature, foundry name and dated 1976; numbered I/IV
- bronze, dark green patina
- 30 by 30 by 37 3/4 in.
- 76.2 by 76.2 by 95.9 cm
Provenance
Private collection, Mexico City (acquired from the artist)
Literature
Sheldon Reich, Francisco Zúñiga: Sculptor, 1980, p. 134, illustration of another cast
Ediciones de Arte Misrachi, Francisco Zúñiga, 1980, no. 238, p. 219-221, illustration of another cast
Jacques Lassaigne, Francisco Zúñiga. Sculpture, Drawings, Lithographs, New York, 1982, p. 73, illustration of another cast
Fundación Zúñiga, Francisco Zúñiga: Catálogo Razonado/Catalogue Raisonné. Volumen I/Volume I, Escultura/Sculpture (1923-1993), Mexico City, 1999, no. 759, p. 441, illustration of another cast
Condition
The sculpture is in very good condition. The sculpture displays a dark green/black patina that is in very good condition. Small scratches were observed on top of the base. Sand from inside the sculpture left over from the casting process can be seen along the joint where the figure comes in contact with the base. The sculpture is clean and displays a fresh protective wax coating. The sculpture appears structurally sound with no significant scratches or abrasions to the surface.
This condition report has been provided courtesy of Wilson Conservation.
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.