Lot 47
  • 47

Bertozzi & Casoni

Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Bertozzi & Casoni
  • Composizione in Bianco
  • polychrome ceramic and bronze
  • 150 by 600 by 300cm.; 59 by 236 1/4 by 118 1/8 in.
  • Executed in 2007.

Provenance

Cardi Gallery, Milan

Acquired directly from the above by the present owner

Exhibited

Venezia, Galleria Internazionale d'Arte Moderna Ca' Pesaro, Le Bugie dell'Arte, 2007

Mantova, Palazzo Te, Bertozzi & Casoni Dove Come Quando, 2014, n.p., illustrated in colour

Condition

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is slightly warmer in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. There is a surface loss to the block of ice adjacent to the bear's front left foot, and a few further losses in isolated places elsewhere. The TV screen is currently not fully functioning, but it will be restored under the artistÂ’s supervision after the sale.
"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

Photo © Bernardo Ricci