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ANDRÉ DERAIN | Les grandes oreilles
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- André Derain
- Les grandes oreilles
- signed ANDRE DERAIN and inscribed AT 00
- bronze
- height: 16,2 cm; 6 3/8 in.
- Executed in a numbered edition of 15.
bronze
Provenance
Lucie Weill
Gift from the above to the present owner
Gift from the above to the present owner
Literature
Pierre Cailler, Catalogue raisonné de l'œuvre sculpté de André Derain, Première partie, l'œuvre édité, Geneva, 1965, no. 32, another version illustrated p. 48
Condition
Attractive brown patina. There is some minor wear to the patina and a few small surface scratches in places, consistent with age and handling. There are some scattered dots of verdigris most predominatly in the crevices and a few clay remnants in the interior. There is some superficial dust to the crevices. This work is in overall good condition and could benefit from a light clean.
"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 authenticity of this work has been confirmed by the Comité Derain.