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Jean Arp
Estimate
45,000 - 65,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Jean Arp
- POUPÉE BASSE
- inscribed Arp, numbered 3/3 and with the foundry mark E. Godard Fond Paris
- bronze
- height: 56cm., 19 3/4 in.
Provenance
Edouard Loeb, Paris (acquired in 1971)
Galerie Beyeler, Basel
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1988
Galerie Beyeler, Basel
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1988
Literature
Eduard Trier, Jean Arp Sculptures 1957-1966, Stuttgart, 1968, no. 345a, all 3 versions listed p. 129
Ionel Jianou, Jean Arp, Paris, 1973, no. 345, all versions listed p. 83
Arie Hartog (ed.), Hans Arp, Sculptures - A Critical Survey, Ostfildern, 2012, no. 345a, all versions listed p. 390
Ionel Jianou, Jean Arp, Paris, 1973, no. 345, all versions listed p. 83
Arie Hartog (ed.), Hans Arp, Sculptures - A Critical Survey, Ostfildern, 2012, no. 345a, all versions listed p. 390
Condition
Attractive dark brown patina with gold highlights. There are some surface scuffs around the top and there are some visible casting plugs, consistent with the casting process. The surface is generally dirty and would benefit from a clean and polish. Otherwise, this work is in overall 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."