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Niki de Saint-Phalle
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Niki de Saint-Phalle
- Les Baigneurs
- incised with the artist's name and numbered 1/150 on the reverse
- painted resin
- 18 1/2 by 18 1/2 by 12 1/4 in. 47 by 47 by 31.1 cm.
- Executed in 1978-1979, this work is number 1 from an edition of 150 plus 25 artist's proofs.
Provenance
Private Collection, Belgium
Private Collection, Paris
Private Collection, Paris
Exhibited
New York, S|2, Niki de Saint Phalle: Joie de Vivre, April 2014, cat. no. 8, n.p., illustrated (another example exhibited)
Condition
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. There is evidence of light wear to the base. There is some light surface soiling and pinpoint media accretions scattered throughout. There are light surface abrasions visible under raking light.
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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.