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Luciano Fabro
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 USD
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Description
- Luciano Fabro
- Gli Amanti (Nudi)
- marble, in two parts
- 7 by 97 by 17 3/4 in. 17.8 by 246.4 by 45.1 cm.
- Executed in 1987-1988, this work is unique.
Provenance
Marian Goodman Gallery, New York
Acquired from the above by the present owner in July 1989
Acquired from the above by the present owner in July 1989
Exhibited
New York, Marian Goodman Gallery, A Sculpture Show, A Changing Exhibition, May - July 1988
Condition
This work is in good and sound condition overall. There are scattered light surface scratches to the marble throughout. Under very close inspection, there are some scattered pinpoint and minor losses to the marble, the largest of which is a small chip to the back left upper corner of the top white marble and a small chip to the back right upper corner of the lower, darker marble, and there is a repaired crack to the bottom beige marble approximately 36-inches from the edge.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
"Fabro’s approach is not literary but philosophical and sensual. The essence of his work lies in the paradox of invoking the richness of myth and history with the everyday material...instead of precious stone or metal. This tension vies with the settled dignity of form. The aesthetic conundrum of beauty and value lies at the heart of our encounter..."
Martin Holman, "Art is Always Art: The Accademia Opens its Doors to Modern Art," The Florentine, 7 June 2012
Martin Holman, "Art is Always Art: The Accademia Opens its Doors to Modern Art," The Florentine, 7 June 2012