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Niki de Saint-Phalle
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Niki de Saint-Phalle
- Le Monde
- signed and dated 1993
- painted polyester resin, gold leaf and bronze
- 84 by 37 by 40 cm. 33 by 14 1/2 by 15 3/4 in.
- Executed in 1993, this work is unique.
Provenance
Jeffrey H. Loria, New York (acquired from the artist)
Acquired from the above by the late owner on 13 November 2009
Acquired from the above by the late owner on 13 November 2009
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate.
Condition:
This work is in good condition. Very close inspection reveals a thin crack with an associated speck of loss around the figure's left ankle, which appears to have been restored.
"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."