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Jean Arp
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean Arp
- OMBRE D'ORIENT
- inscribed Arp and numbered 7/10 on the underside
- polished bronze
- height: 17cm., 6 5/8 in.
Provenance
Acquired by the present owner circa 1970
Literature
Eduard Trier, Jean Arp, Sculptures 1957-1966, Stuttgart, 1971, no. 247, illustration of the marble pl. 51, p. 117
Ionel Jianou, Jean Arp, Paris, 1973, no. 219, listed p. 77
Ionel Jianou, Jean Arp, Paris, 1973, no. 219, listed p. 77
Condition
Polished bronze. There are traces of a previous patina and some oxidisation in the crevices. There are some very light surface scratches consistent with age and handling. Otherwise, this work is in overall fairly 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. 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."