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Philippe Hiquily
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Philippe Hiquily
- Desk
- stamped HIQUILY E/A 1/2 and with the artist's monogram
- hammered brass, plexiglas
Literature
Tara Hiquily, Jean-François Roudillon et al, Philippe Hiquily: catalogue raisonné, 1945-2011, vol.II, Paris, 2012, p.83, ref. no. 783
Condition
Overall very good condition. The Perspex top with very faint scattered surface scratches.
"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."
"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
Philippe Hiquily produced the first sketches for this desk in 1968-1969 when he was exploring routes for a desk commissioned by M. Van Zuylen. It was only in 2010 that he finally executed this model for the first time. Although originally intended as an edition of 3 and 2 artist's proofs, only the present lot was ever produced.
The present lot has been authenticated by the Hiquily Committee, from which a certificate can be obtained on request.