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Henri Etienne-Martin
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Henri Etienne-Martin
- La Nuit Nina
inscribed with the artist's name, dated 1951 and numbered 1/9
- bronze, in five parts
- 135 by 85 by 60cm.
- 71 5/8 by 29 1/8 by 30 3/4 in.
One of nine
Provenance
Michel Couturier, Paris
Acquired from the above in 1963
Acquired from the above in 1963
Exhibited
Munich, Modern Art Museum, Sammlung Gunter Sachs, 1967
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate but fail to convey the three-dimensionality of the original.
Condition:
The patination to the bronze surface is good, there is some rubbing to the extremities, which reveal a heightened gilt area, however this does not detract and is not immediately discernable. The piece would benefit from a professional clean as there is residual surface dirt. There are some minor old marks and scratches conistent with the material employed and the age of the piece. The polished slate base is chipped and has marks throughout. It would be easy to replace this component. It is likely that this work was installed in the Paris town house of Gunter Sachs with the other work by Martin to be offered in the sale. This work is of a scale that may require professional installation. The weight is 434KG.
"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."