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Lucio Fontana
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Lucio Fontana
- Concetto Spaziale, Natura
- each: signed; numbered 188/500 on the underside
- polished bronze, in two parts
- each 27 by 22 by 22cm.; 10 5/8 by 8 5/8 by 8 5/8 in.
- Executed in 1967.
Provenance
Galleria d'Arte Contini, Venice
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Literature
Exhibition Catalogue, Turin, Galleria Civica d'Arte Modern, Lucio Fontana, 1970, n.p., no. 233, illustration of another example
Exhibition Catalogue, Tokyo, Tama Art University Museum, Lucio Fontana: Spatial Conception, 1990, p. 71, no. 67, illustration of another example
Camillo Rigo and Harry Ruhé, Lucio Fontana: Graphics, Multiples and More, Amsterdam 2006, p. 139, n. B-1 and B-2, illustration of another example
Exhibition Catalogue, Milan, Amadeo Porro Arte Moderna e Contemporanea; London, Ben Brown Fine Arts, Lucio Fontana Sedici Sculture, Sixteen Sculptures 1937-1967, 2007-2008, p. 107, no. 15, illustration of another example in colour
Exhibition Catalogue, London, Imago art Gallery, Lucio Fontana: Beyond Space, 2008, p. 93, illustration of another example in colour
Exhibition Catalogue, Tokyo, Tama Art University Museum, Lucio Fontana: Spatial Conception, 1990, p. 71, no. 67, illustration of another example
Camillo Rigo and Harry Ruhé, Lucio Fontana: Graphics, Multiples and More, Amsterdam 2006, p. 139, n. B-1 and B-2, illustration of another example
Exhibition Catalogue, Milan, Amadeo Porro Arte Moderna e Contemporanea; London, Ben Brown Fine Arts, Lucio Fontana Sedici Sculture, Sixteen Sculptures 1937-1967, 2007-2008, p. 107, no. 15, illustration of another example in colour
Exhibition Catalogue, London, Imago art Gallery, Lucio Fontana: Beyond Space, 2008, p. 93, illustration of another example in colour
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. There are a few small spots of oxidisation in places. Very close inspection reveals some tiny and unobtrusive surface scratches, specks of burnishing and very faint handling marks in places.
"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."