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Niki de Saint-Phalle
Estimate
70,000 - 100,000 USD
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Description
- Niki de Saint-Phalle
- Blue Magic
- painted polyester, bronze, fishing wire, string, hair, candle and iron
- 66 by 19 by 19 in., 167.6 by 48.3 by 48.3 cm.
- Executed circa 1979-1980.
Provenance
Collection of Mrs. Aaron M. Weitzenhoffer, La Jolla
Gift of the above to the present owner in December 1985
Gift of the above to the present owner in December 1985
Condition
This work is in very good and sound condition overall. The structure is stable, and all of the elements are intact. There is a thin layer of dust on the work, as well as scattered pinpoint media and spot accretions that are inherent to the medium. Under close inspection, there is a shiny inconsistency at the farthest point of the arm opposite that holding the candle, two extremely minor areas of brown discoloration in the lowermost green and wax residue along the edges of the candle cradle. There are scattered scratches visible on the metal base.
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.