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Jean Tinguely
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Jean Tinguely
- To David Smith
iron structure on wheels, iron wheel, white figure by Niki de Saint Phalle, feathers, cloth, plastic rose, V-belt and electric motor
- 230 by 120 by 83cm.; 90 1/2 by 47 1/4 by 32 5/8 in
- Executed in 1987.
Provenance
Pierre Keller, Grandvaux (acquired directly from the artist)
Galeria João Graça, Lisbon
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner
Exhibited
Lausanne, Galerie Rivolta, Jean Tinguely, 1987
Literature
Pontus Hulten, Jean Tinguely: A Magic Stronger Than Death, Milan 1987, p. 364
Christina Bischofberger, Jean Tinguely: Catalogue Raisonné, Zürich 2005, p. 74, no. 786, illustrated
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the illustration fails to fully convey the three-dimensionality of the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition and in full working order. There is oxidization throughout and wear to the wheels and some of the collaged elements.
"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."