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Jean Tinguely
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 EUR
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Description
- Jean Tinguely
- Sans titre
fer, éléments en fer forgé, moteur électrique, peints en noir
- 65 x 62 x 33 cm; 25 1/2 x 24 1/2 x 13 in.
- Exécuté en 1983.
Provenance
Louise Kassis, Bagnolet (France)
Vente: Perrin-Royère-Lajeunesse, Versailles, 27 juin 1993, lot 85
Acquis lors de cette vente par le propriétaire actuel
Exhibited
Paris, Musée d'Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris, Autour de la Fontaine Stravinsky de Jean Tinguely et Niki de Saint-Phalle, 1983
Literature
Christina Bischofberger, Jean Tinguely, Catalogue Raisonné Sculptures and reliefs, 1969-1985, Zurich, 1990, no. 621, illustré p. 171
Condition
There are some remnants of old tape which used to hold the electrical cables. There are some surface dirt and some rust, especially on the vertical element. Otherwise this work is in good condition.
"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."
Catalogue Note
iron, wrought iron elements, electric motor, painted black. Executed in 1983.