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Ernesto De Fiori
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Ernesto de Fiori
- Bust of Marlene Dietrich
- Inscribed with the initials EdF and dated 31
- Painted plaster
- Height: 15 in.
- 38 cm
- Conceived in 1931.
Provenance
The artist
J.B. Neumann Living Art, New York
Acquired from the above in 1931
Thence by descent
J.B. Neumann Living Art, New York
Acquired from the above in 1931
Thence by descent
Condition
Painted plaster on a 3.5 x 5.25 x 5.25 wooden base. Surface in generally good condition. There are two small areas of loss visible just behind the hairline, at the top of the work. Surface dirt and some areas of rubbing. Pigments have likely faded.
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.