Pucci De Rossi

applied lead on wood, velvet upholstery
Signed PdR and dated 1992

Commissioned to the artist by the present owner

Pucci De Rossi and Paola Gribaudo, Pucci De Rossi '71-'96, Turin, 1996, reproduced p. 50

Overall very good condition consistent with age and gentle use. Minor scattered marks and oxidation to the lead surfaces throughout. A more prominent set of surface scratches to the rear left leg proper, approximately 3.5cm in length, with a small piece of lead loose near the base of the leg. A more prominent set of scratches to the rear right leg proper, approximately 6 cm in length, with a loss of lead near the base of the leg revealing the wood below, approximately 2 x 2.5cm. A minor dent to the upper edge of the right arm proper, approximately 1cm in length. Two chips to the front right leg proper as visible in the printed and online catalogues. Two minor scratches to the front left leg proper. Minor dirt in the seams of the upholstery.
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