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François-Xavier Lalanne
Estimate
70,000 - 100,000 EUR
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Description
- François-Xavier Lalanne
- Tortue Topiaire I, circa 1992
- Monogrammed FXL and numbered 5/8 A on the structure
- copper
- 54 x 125 x 80 cm ; 21 1/4 x 49 1/4 x 31 1/2 in.
copper with topiary shell
Provenance
Galerie Jean-Gabriel Mitterand, Paris
Private collection, France
Private collection, France
Literature
Les Lalanne, Sculptures Récentes, exhibition catalogue, Galerie Guy Pieters, Knokke-Heist, August-September 2001, p. 7
Daniel Abadie, Lalanne(s), Paris, 2008, pp. 176-177
Daniel Abadie, Lalanne(s), Paris, 2008, pp. 176-177
Condition
Good overall condition consistent with external use.
Scattered scratches on the metal and overall oxidation with some dripping. A bump on the back proper right foot.
"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."