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Joseph Csaky
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Joseph Csaky
- La Mère à l'enfant
- Inscribed Csaky numbered 3/8 and stamped with the foundry mark AC Blanchet Fondeur
- Bronze
- Height: 24 1/2 in.
- 64.7 cm
- Conceived in 1926 and cast in 1985 in an edition of 8.
Provenance
Galerie Vallois, Paris
Private Collection (acquired from the above in 1985)
Sale: Christie's, New York, May 7, 2008, lot 461
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner
Private Collection (acquired from the above in 1985)
Sale: Christie's, New York, May 7, 2008, lot 461
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner
Condition
Bronze with a black-brown patina. Surface in generally good condition. Some rubbing and abrasions on the proper left and proper right bend in the knees of the seated sculpture. There are two fine abrasions visible on the top of the seated figure's head. Surface dirt.
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.