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Jean Arp
Estimate
180,000 - 250,000 USD
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Description
- Jean Arp
- Torse-Profil
- Stamped with the raised initials H.A. and numbered III/V (on the interior)
- Bronze
- Height: 22 1/4 in.
- 56.5 cm
Provenance
Barbara Levinson, New York
Gifted from the above in 1995
Gifted from the above in 1995
Literature
François Arp, Jean Arp, Sculpture, His Last Ten Years, New York, 1968, no. 185a, illustration of another cast p. 108
Condition
The sculpture is in very good condition. It displays a highly reflective polish. A foundry plug can be seen on the top of the form where porosity in the cast occurred. Faint tools marks from the original polishing process can be seen throughout the surface. No significant scratches were noted on the surface.
The above condition report has been prepared by Wilson Conservation, Inc., independant contractors who are not Sotheby's employees.
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.