- 301
Diego Giacometti
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Diego Giacometti
- Crapaud
- Stamped Diego
- Bronze
- Length: 3 3/4 in.
- 9.5 cm
Provenance
Jean-Pierre LaCloche, Paris (acquired directly from the artist)
Acquired from the above in 1981
Acquired from the above in 1981
Literature
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 2005, illustration of another cast p. 132
Condition
The work is in very good condition. The bronze features a dark brown patina with golden highlights. The surface exhibits rubbing, particularly to the outermost extremities as well as to the frog's abdomen. Minor surface dirt is visible within the deeper crevices.
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
Jean-Pierre LaCloche, the original owner of this work, was an editor in Paris and a close friend of Alberto Giacometti. He was the companion and muse of poet Olivier Larronde.