- 119
Diego Giacometti
Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 EUR
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Description
- Diego Giacometti
- Pair of Bougeoirs aux Crapauds, circa 1976-1977
- patinated bronze
- Height : 21 cm ; 8 1/4 in.
patinated bronze
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner circa 1974
Literature
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, 1986, p. 132 for related examples of toads
Condition
Good overall condition.
Light surface scratches and light oxidation.
Scattered small worn areas on the patina.
Minor was remnants inside the candle holder.
All consistent with age and use.
"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
These two pairs of candlesticks (lots 119 and 120) were commissioned by the Duchess of Cadaval to Diego Giacometti circa 1976-1977, for her summer house in Portugal.
Mrs de Cadaval met Diego Giacometti through Hubert de Givenchy, one of her close friend. She asked Diego to create candle holders, he replied several months later : "Your candle holders are ready, I created candlesticks with toads that you can take off and use on their own, if you prefer ".
It is the only known set of four candlesticks with three toads as independent sculptures, that can be either set freely on the base of the candlestick or on the table. Sotheby's sold a similar candlestick with two toads on May 24, 2016.
Mrs de Cadaval met Diego Giacometti through Hubert de Givenchy, one of her close friend. She asked Diego to create candle holders, he replied several months later : "Your candle holders are ready, I created candlesticks with toads that you can take off and use on their own, if you prefer ".
It is the only known set of four candlesticks with three toads as independent sculptures, that can be either set freely on the base of the candlestick or on the table. Sotheby's sold a similar candlestick with two toads on May 24, 2016.