Fernando Botero

Standing Woman

Auction Closed

November 17, 10:15 PM GMT

Estimate

400,000 - 600,000 USD

Lot Details

Description

Property of a Private Collection, Palm Beach

Fernando Botero

b. 1932

Standing Woman

inscribed with artist's signature, numbered 3/6 and stamped with the foundry mark Fonderia M Italy (on the base)

bronze

32½ by 15 by 10 in.

81.3 by 38.1 by 25.4 cm.

Executed circa 1990 this work is number 3 from an edition of 6 plus 2 artist's proofs.

This work is in very good and sound condition overall. Very faint minor fine scratches are present intermittently throughout. Several minor pinpoint spots of losses to the patina are present intermittently throughout.

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.

Helene Wasserman Fine Art, New York (acquired directly from the artist)
Acquired from the above in May 1996 by the present owner