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FRANCISCO NARVÁEZ | Guaiquerí (Desnudo con hoja de Cambur)
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Francisco Narváez
- Guaiquerí (Desnudo con hoja de Cambur)
- Inscribed Narváez, numbered 7/8 and stamped with foundry mark Suisse Fondeur
- Bronze
- Height: 31 1/2 in.
- 80 cm
- Conceived circa 1930; cast by Suisse Fondeur in 1980-81.
Provenance
Private Collection, Venezuela (and sold: Sotheby’s, New York, May 28, 1985, lot 14A)
Acquired at the above sale
Acquired at the above sale
Literature
Alfredo Boulton, Narváez, Milan, 1981, n.n., illustration of another cast pp. 36-39 and on the back cover
Condition
The sculpture is in very good condition. It exhibits a uniform black patina that is in very good condition. The patina is gently rubbed on the right side of the base and above the right foot. No damage was noted on the suface nor evidence of excessive wear. The sculpture is clean with a protective coating. The sculpture is structurally sound. (This condition report has been prepared courtesy of Wilson Conservation, LLC)
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.