- 110
Jean Tinguely
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- Jean Tinguely
- Étude Pour une Bascule (Study for a Machine)
- signed, dated 69 and variously inscribed
- ink, ballpoint pen, marker and pencil on paper
- 39 by 50.9 cm. 15 1/2 by 20 in.
Provenance
Galerie Bruno Bischofberger, Zurich
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Exhibited
Geneva, Musée d'Art et d'Histoire, Jean Tinguely: Dessin et Gravures pour les Sculptures, June - October 1976, p. 62, no. 149, illustrated
Condition
Colour:
The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although the paper tone is lighter and tends more towards sift cream in the original.
Condition:
This work is in very good condition. The sheet is hinged verso to the mount in two places along the upper edge. Close inspection reveals some very faint discolouration towards the corners due to adhesive residue and a few small and faint media accretions in places which appear to be original. Very close inspection reveals evidence of light handling in places with an associated tiny and very unobtrusive tear to the centre of the extreme right edge. There is evidence of discolouration to the ink used on the right side of the composition, which is in keeping with the artist's choice of media.
"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."