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Diego Giacometti
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
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Description
- Diego Giacometti
- Crapaud sur feuille, circa 1980
- Branded DIEGO on the underside
- bronze
- 5,7 x 21,9 x 17,7 cm ; 2 1/4 x 8 5/8 x 7 in.
patinated bronze
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by the current owner
Private collection, Paris
Private collection, Paris
Exhibited
For related examples :
Françoise Francisci, Diego Giacometti, Catalogue de l'oeuvre, Paris, 1986, n.p.
Jacqueline von Sprecher, Diego Giacometti, tritt aus dem Schatten, Zürich, 2007, p. 127
Françoise Francisci, Diego Giacometti, Catalogue de l'oeuvre, Paris, 1986, n.p.
Jacqueline von Sprecher, Diego Giacometti, tritt aus dem Schatten, Zürich, 2007, p. 127
Condition
Good overall condition. Light wear to the patina, especially on the leaves.
Light oxidation and minor scratches, consistent with age and use.
One of the toad's toe seems to be missing but the model was actually conceived this way. An original hole on the underside of a toad of less than 2 mm of diameter.
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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."