Lot 168
  • 168

Giorgio de Chirico

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • Giorgio de Chirico
  • CASTORE
  • Inscribed G. de Chirico / Castore, numbered 28/50 and stamped with the foundry mark Fonderia Cavallari Roma
  • Bronze, gold patina
  • Height: 10 7/8 in.
  • 27.5 cm
  • Cast in 1973.

Literature

C. Bruni Sakraischik,Catalogo generale Giorgio de Chirico, opere dal 1951 al 1974, Milan, 1975, vol. V, no. 816

Condition

Overall good condition. Patina is uneven with silver polish in indentation of inscribed design on chest, legs and in crevices. Rusting, particularly near left foot.
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.