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Diego Giacometti
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Diego Giacometti
- Pair of "Taureaux" Sculptures
- each impressed Diego and with monogram DG
- patinated bronze
Provenance
Private Collection, France, acquired directly from the artist
Rainbow Fine Art, New York, 2005
Rainbow Fine Art, New York, 2005
Literature
M. Butor, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1985, p. 105
F. Francisci, Diego Giacometti, Catalogue de l'oeuvre, Paris, 1986, vol. I, pp. 92-93
Diego Giacometti, Mobel und Objekte aus Bronze, exh. cat., Museum Bellerive, Zurich, 1988, p. 94
C. Boutonnet and R. Ortiz, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 2003, p. 130
F. Francisci, Diego Giacometti, Catalogue de l'oeuvre, Paris, 1986, vol. I, pp. 92-93
Diego Giacometti, Mobel und Objekte aus Bronze, exh. cat., Museum Bellerive, Zurich, 1988, p. 94
C. Boutonnet and R. Ortiz, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 2003, p. 130
Condition
Overall very good original condition. The patinated bronze surfaces display a deep and rich dark green patina, more subtle than it appears in catalogue illustration. The patinated surfaces with some occasional light surface scratches, light rubbing concentrated to the edges, and surface soiling to the recessed contours of the design consistent with age and gentle use. Each piece is a deeply sculptural small scale work showing the expertise of the artist.
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.
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.