- 173
After Jean Arp
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- After Jean Arp
- Squelette et moustache
- woven with the Aubusson monogram (lower left); titled, bearing the signature Jean Arp and numbered 703 on the Tabard Frères & Sœurs Aubusson label on the reverse
- wool tapestry
- 154 by 125cm., 60 5/8 by 49 1/4 in.
Aubusson tapestry woven by Tabard Freres et Soeurs
Provenance
Galerie Denise René, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1974
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1974
Literature
Arp (exhibition catalogue), The Museum of Modern Art, New York, 1958, no.15, colour illustration of another example on the catalogue jacket
Bernd Rau & Michel Seuphor, Hans Arp. Die Reliefs, Œuvre-Katalog, Stuttgart, 1981, no. 527, illustration of the 1956 wood relief
Bernd Rau & Michel Seuphor, Hans Arp. Die Reliefs, Œuvre-Katalog, Stuttgart, 1981, no. 527, illustration of the 1956 wood relief
Condition
Apart from some light surface dirt and dust, and some light surface irregularities consistent with the weaving process, this work is in overall very 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."