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DIEGO GIACOMETTI | Six pairs of door handles
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
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Description
- Attribué à Diego Giacometti
- Six pairs of door handles
- The largest model : 2,5 x 11 x 6 cm ; 1 x 4 3/8 x 2 3/8 in.
- 1978
gilt patinated bronze ; together with six escutcheons and one key
Provenance
Private collection, Paris, acquired directly from the artist
Literature
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1986, pp. 164 and 167
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, sculpteur de meubles, Paris, 2018, p. 164
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, sculpteur de meubles, Paris, 2018, p. 164
Condition
There are three different models of handles. Good overall condition consistent with age and use. The gilt patina presents with some wear and tarnishing overall, more significant on a pair of handles and a escutcheon, and with some oxidation concentrated in the recessed areas. The bronze presents with some light scratches and a few dents, inherent to use. There are a few paint traces, inherent to use.
"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."