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Fernando Botero (b. 1932)
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 USD
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Description
- Fernando Botero
- Ballerina
- inscribed with signature and stamped with foundry mark; also numbered 1/6
- bronze
- 30 by 23 2/3 by 11 in.
- 76.2 by 60 by 28 cm
Provenance
Galleria Contini, Venice
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 1999
Acquired from the above by the present owner, 1999
Condition
The sculpture is in good condition. It displays a thin black patina with gold tones below. A tiny nick in the bronze was noted on the left side of the skirt on the edge. Another tiny nick in the bronze was found on the top front edge of the bronze base. Small round foundry plugs that are inherent to the cast were noted on the arms. Dark spots were also observed on the back of the base. Tiny spots of bright bronze were observed on the back of her left leg, the front of her skirt and on the side of the base. The sculpture is clean and has a fresh protective wax coating on the surface. The sculpture is structurally sound. (This condition report has been prepared courtesy of Wilson Conservation, LLC)
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.