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Gaston Lachaise 1882 - 1935
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Gaston Lachaise
- Penguin
- bronze
- height: 14 1/2 inches (36.8 cm)
Provenance
Kraushaar Galleries, New York
The Crane Family, New York, 1930 (acquired from the above and sold: Christie's New York, May 21, 1998, lot 201, illustrated in color)
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
The Crane Family, New York, 1930 (acquired from the above and sold: Christie's New York, May 21, 1998, lot 201, illustrated in color)
Acquired by the present owner from the above sale
Condition
This sculpture is in good condition and was likely repatinated in certain areas. There are no losses, abrasions or scratches evident on the surface. There is one small loss along the bottom edge of the base. The sculpture is clean and has a fresh protective wax coating on the surface.
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.