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Reuben Nakian
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Reuben Nakian
- Nymph and Goat; Europa and the Bull with Cupid: a group of three sculptures
- the third signed Nakian on the back
- each: clay; the first with traces of gold paint
- the first, Height: 8 1/2 in. 21.5 cm.; the second, Height: 10 in. 25.4 cm. on a 1 in. wooden base;
- the third, Heght: 11 in. 27.9 cm. on a 1 in. wooden base
- the first executed, 1952; the second, executed, 1957-59; the third, 1959-60
Provenance
Gift of Joseph H. Hirshhorn, 1966
Condition
all in good condition; dirty, dusty surfaces
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.