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Fernand Léger
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- Fernand Léger
- LA BRANCHE
- Inscribed with the signature F. Léger, numbered 5/8 and stamped with the foundry mark Valsuani cire perdue
- Bronze, greenish-brown patina
- Height: 25 1/2 in.
- 64.2 cm
Provenance
Marlborough Galleries, New York
Samuel Holtzman, Baltimore
Sale: Christies New York, November 6, 1979, lot 66
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner
Samuel Holtzman, Baltimore
Sale: Christies New York, November 6, 1979, lot 66
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner
Exhibited
New York, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1977-8 (on temporary loan)
Condition
Very good condition. The patina is varied between dark brown and light green. There is a 1/2 inch long scratch at center right near the front edge of the arch shape. Minor surface dirt and several rubbed spots to the patina.
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.