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Diego Giacometti
Estimate
150,000 - 250,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Diego Giacometti
- "Torsade" Coffee Table
- incised Diego
- patinated bronze and glass
- 15 3/4 x 26 x 39 7/8 inches
Provenance
Galerie Vallois, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2004
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 2004
Literature
Françoise Francisci, Diego Giacometti, Catalogue de l'œuvre, vol. I, Paris, 1986, p. 87
Diego Giacometti, Möbel und Objekte aus Bronze, exh. cat., Museum Bellerive, Zurich, 1987, p. 45
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 2005, p. 65
Diego Giacometti, Möbel und Objekte aus Bronze, exh. cat., Museum Bellerive, Zurich, 1987, p. 45
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 2005, p. 65
Condition
Overall in very good condition. When viewed in person, the patina presents with a rich green color with brown highlights. The surfaces with minor surface scratches, a few minute edge abrasions and minor surface dirt to the recessed portions of the design, consistent with age and gentle use. The upper elements supporting the table with minor rubbing along the edges that exposes the natural bronze coloration from use. The glass top appears to be replaced and is in very good condition with minor surface scratches and light surface dirt consistent with age and gentle use. -----
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.