Igor Mitoraj
Untitled , 1988 (Executed)
Lot #262 |
2012-09-21 |
Sotheby's, New York
Contemporary Art
Category:
Sculpture
Estimate:
USD 20,000 - 30,000 (currency of sale)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: N08875
Auction name: Contemporary Art
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: New York
Start date: 2012-09-21
Currency: USD
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Sculpture & 3D Art
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Dimensions: 18 1/2 by 13 by 6 in. 47 by 33 by 15.2 cm.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
47
Width In Centimeters:
33
Depth In Centimeters:
15.2
Height In Inches:
18.5
Width In Inches:
12.992
Depth In Inches:
5.906
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Edition: 4/8
Edition notes: Number 4 from an edition of 8
Year notes: Executed circa 1988.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner in 1988
Literature
Condition This work is in very good condition overall. There are a few pin-point areas of wear to the patina and some minor scattered surface scratches. There is surface soiling throughout and some irregular oxidation. 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.
Catalog summary
Igor Mitoraj Untitled signed and numbered 4/8 on the right thigh of the figure bronze with a dark green patina 18 1/2 by 13 by 6 in. 47 by 33 by 15.2 cm. Executed circa 1988, this work is number 4 from an edition of 8. Provenance Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner in 1988 Literature Condition This work is in very good condition overall. There are a few pin-point areas of wear to the patina and some minor scattered surface scratches. There is surface soiling throughout and some irregular oxidation. 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.