Lot 122
  • 122

LEÓN FERRARI | Sin título

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • León Ferrari
  • Sin título
  • incised with artist's signature and dated 1977 on a label affixed to the base
  • stainless steel
  • 19 7/8 by 5 1/2 by 5 1/2 in. 50.5 by 14 by 14 cm.

Provenance

Lila and Paulo Egydio Martins, São Paulo (acquired directly from the artist)
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Condition

This work is in good condition overall. All of the wire elements are secure, and all of the solder joints are stable. Oxidation is present at the solder joints which is consistent with the materials and age of the work. One solder joint is not connected to a vertical wire element, which may indicate a missing wire.
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.