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Diego Giacometti
Estimate
90,000 - 120,000 GBP
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Description
- Diego Giacometti
- Guéridon arbre de vie, modèle au hibou et lézard
- inscribed Diego and stamped with the monogram
- bronze
- height: 68cm., 26 3/4 in.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner circa 1980
Literature
Michel Butor, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1985, illustration of another version p. 69
Françoise Francisci, Diego Giacometti, Catalgoue de l'œuvre, Paris, 1986, vol. I, illustration of another version p. 67
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1987, illustration of another version p. 152
Françoise Francisci, Diego Giacometti, Catalgoue de l'œuvre, Paris, 1986, vol. I, illustration of another version p. 67
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1987, illustration of another version p. 152
Condition
Attractive green/brown patina. Apart from some surface dirt in the crevices, minor vert de gris in places, and some light wear consistent with age and handling, this work is in overall very good condition.
Colours: fairly accurate in the printed catalogue, though the patina is slightly greener in the original.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."