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Diego Giacometti
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- Diego Giacometti
- Le Chat maître d'hôtel
- Inscribed Diego
- Bronze
- Height: 11 3/4 in.
- 29.8 cm
Provenance
Friedman & Vallois, New York
Acquired from the above in 2003
Acquired from the above in 2003
Literature
Michel Butor, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1985, illustrations of another cast n.p.
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1986, illustrations in color of another cast & of other versions pp. 120-21
Daniel Marchesseau, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1986, illustrations in color of another cast & of other versions pp. 120-21
Condition
This work is in very good condition. Rich reddish brown and golden brown patina. Minor specks of verdegris to the cat's upper back and underside of its tail.
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.