- 120
Arman
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Arman
- The Last Violin (Le Dernier Petit Violon)
- incised with the artist's signature; numbered 141/200 on a label attached to the underside
- burned violin in plexiglass
- 41.5 by 29 by 9cm.; 16 3/8 by 11 3/8 by 3 1/2 in.
- Executed in 1977, this work is number 141 from an edition of 200 plus 10 artist's proofs and 13 Hors Commerce.
Provenance
Frédéric Gollong Gallery, Vence
Private Collection, France
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Private Collection, France
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Enrico Navarra, Arman, Paris 1997, p. 37, another example illustrated in colour
Condition
Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the overall tonality is slightly warmer in the original.
Condition: This work is in very good and original condition. Extremely close inspection reveals a few shallow and unobtrusive scratches to the plexiglass and some minor yellowing to the resin, notably towards the edges. All other surface irregularities appear to be inherent to the artist's choice of medium and working process.
"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."