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Diego Giacometti
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description
- Diego Giacometti
- La Dompteuse, pied de lampe
- stamped Diego
- bronze
- height: 50cm., 19 3/4 in.
Provenance
Private Collection, Europe (acquired directly from the artist in 1979; sale: Christie's, New York, 12th November 1997, lot 308)
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner
Literature
Françoise Francisci, Diego Giacometti, Catalogue de l'œuvre, Paris, 1968, vol. I, illustration of another cast pp. 40-41
Adrien Maeght (ed.), Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1985, illustrations of another cast pp. 53
Michel Butor, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1985, illustration of another cast n.p.
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1986, illustration of a plaster version p. 59, illustration of another cast p. 61
Le Bestiaire de Diego Giacometti (exhibition catalogue), Galerie L'Arc en Seine, Paris, 1997, n.n., illustration of another cast p. 35
Christian Boutonnet & Rafael Ortiz, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 2003, illustration of another cast p. 89
Adrien Maeght (ed.), Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1985, illustrations of another cast pp. 53
Michel Butor, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1985, illustration of another cast n.p.
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1986, illustration of a plaster version p. 59, illustration of another cast p. 61
Le Bestiaire de Diego Giacometti (exhibition catalogue), Galerie L'Arc en Seine, Paris, 1997, n.n., illustration of another cast p. 35
Christian Boutonnet & Rafael Ortiz, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 2003, illustration of another cast p. 89
Condition
Varied green patina. There is some wear to the patina in places, most notably to the figure's proper right shoulder and along the upper part of the lamp stand. There is some dust to the crevices. This work is in good overall condition.
"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
The previous owner of La Dompteuse, pied de lampe acquired the work directly from the artist. Both men were involved in the art world, moved in the same social circles and frequented the same cafés in Paris. Soon collector and artist struck a close friendship and they would meet regularly to go for walks, to the theatre or visit mutual friends. The former recalls his first encounter with Diego: How intimidated I was to meet this ‘monstrès sacrès’! It took me three years after I was reacquainted with Diego to find the courage to acquire a work from him or to ask him to create works for my home.’ Describing their relationship he said: ‘Our friendship was unique. I have never encountered the same simplicity and affection with others as I did with Diego.’