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Fernand Léger
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 EUR
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Description
- Fernand Léger
- Les Jeux de ballon (projet pour le stade de Hanovre)
- unique ceramic in fourteen elements
- height: 122.5 cm ; 48 1/4 in.
Provenance
Claude Brice, Biot
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
Ceramic composed of 14 pieces. There are some thin hairline cracks and light surface scratches, as well as some mild abrasion, stains and media marks to the white parts. There are scattered tiny dents and chips mostly located on the edges of the pieces and a light build-up of dust in the recesses, otherwise this work is in good original 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."
Catalogue Note
After Fernand Léger's death, as the plans for Hannover stadium had never been completed, his widow Nadia Léger took over the project. Roland and Claude Brice were thus able to use the present sculptures to realise Léger's monumental vision and decorate the facade of the Musée National Fernand Léger in Biot.