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Salvador Dalí
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Salvador Dalí
- Le Rhinocéros Cosmique
- inscribed with the artist's signature, numbered 31/99.V.F. and stamped by the foundry
Bronze and gilt bronze on marble base
- 91.5 by 42 by 12.6cm.
- 36 by 16 1/2 by 5 1/8 in.
Provenance
ARTCO France, Paris
Acquired directly from the above on 10th October 2006
Acquired directly from the above on 10th October 2006
Literature
Robert & Nicolas Descharnes, Dalí, The Hard and the Soft Spells for the Magic Form, Sculptures and Objects, Paris, 2004, p.38, no. 151, another cast illustrated
Condition
Aside from a very small area of patina loss to the rear left leg just above the lower knee joint (which has been touched-in previously but could be much improved), this bronze is in excellent condition. Please note that the upper section of gilded sea-urchins are detachable.
"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."