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Ossip Zadkine
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Ossip Zadkine
- Le violoncelliste
- Inscribed O. Zadkine, numbered 4/8 and with the foundry mark Susse Fondeur Paris
- Bronze
- Height: 16 1/2 in.
- 41.9 cm.
- Conceived in 1935, this work cast by Susse Fondeur in 1965.
Provenance
Fred Lebensold, Toronto (acquired directly from the artist in 1967)
Thence by descent to the present owner
Thence by descent to the present owner
Condition
The sculpture has a dark blue patina that is lighter blue throughout the sculpture’s grooves and indentations, such as in between the violinist’s fingers and in the body of the violin. There is minor burnishing in the violinist’s left elbow and knee as well as minor oxidation throughout. In generally 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.