Lot 35
  • 35

Diego Giacometti

Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description

  • Diego Giacometti
  • "Tabouret en X, Troisième version"
  • patinated bronze and stone

Provenance

Walter Haas, Zurich
Rainbow Fine Art, New York, 2005

Literature

F. Francisci, Diego Giacometti, Catalogue de l'oeuvre, Paris, 1986, vol. I, p. 102 D. Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, New York, 1986, p. 50
C. Boutonnet and R. Ortiz, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 2003, p. 77

Condition

Overall very good condition. The patinated surfaces present with a rich dark green and brown patina throughout. The top edge with rubbing that exposes the natural bronze coloration from use. With minor surface dirt to the recessed portions of the design. With minor surface scratches and minor scattered oxidation consistent with age and gentle use. The stone top of the table is likely later and with a few minor surface scratches and surface dirt consistent with gentle. The top with two minor edge chips, measuring ¼ inch in length. A wonderful deeply sculptural design showing a beautifully saturated patina throughout.
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.
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