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Claude Lalanne
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- Claude Lalanne
- "Marmotte"
- impressed Lalanne, with impressed foundry mark and engraved Lalanne 2002/3/8/MII and CL
- gilt bronze, wrought iron and galvanized plastic
number 3 from an edition of 8
Provenance
JGM Galerie, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owners
Acquired from the above by the present owners
Literature
John Russell, Les Lalanne, Paris, 1975, p. 29 (for a related "Marmotte" sculpture executed in 1970)
François-Xavier & Claude Lalanne: Dreams for the Light of Day, St. Louis, MO, 2000, p. 71
François-Xavier & Claude Lalanne: Dreams for the Light of Day, St. Louis, MO, 2000, p. 71
Condition
Overall very good original condition. With some minor discoloration and a few light surface scratches throughout, consistent with age and gentle handling. The irregularity of surfaces and metalwork are inherent in the making. With some very minor surface dirt on the floral vine surrounding the figure consistent with age. A very playful, tactile piece, indicative of the artist's aesthetic sense.
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.