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Igor Mitoraj
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Igor Mitoraj
- Lumières de Nara
- incised with the artist's signature and number 2 of 6
- bronze
- 42 1/8 by 49 1/4 by 34 5/8 in. 107 by 125 by 88 cm.
- Executed in 1990, this work is number 2 from an edition of 6.
107 by 125 by 88cm.
Executed in 1990.
Executed in 1990.
Provenance
JGM Gallery, Paris
São Schlumberger (acquired from the above in 1992)
By descent to the present owner from the above
São Schlumberger (acquired from the above in 1992)
By descent to the present owner from the above
Condition
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. There is evidence of light wear and scattered abrasions to the surface and some irregularities to the patina, inherent to the artist's working method and visible in the catalogue illustration. There is a ¼-inch white media accretion on the figure's nose and some light blue media accretions on the left of the figure's lips, also visible in the catalogue illustration.
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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.
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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.