Details

Provenance

Magda Baltoyanni, Athens Private Collection, Greece

Literature

Galerie Thomas, Global Botero , Munich, 2007, p. 36, illustration in color of another cast David Benrimon Fine Art, Fernando Botero, Works on Paper, Paintings, and Sculptures , New York, 2009, no. 8, p. 97, illustration in color of another cast Condition This work is in overall excellent condition. Very faint surface scratches are visible on the base and scattered in some areas of the body of the horse. 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

Fernando Botero Caballo inscribed with signature; also numbered 1/6 bronze, black patina 17 1/4 by 16 1/4 by 7 1/4 in. 44 by 41.2 by 18.2 cm Provenance Magda Baltoyanni, Athens Private Collection, Greece Literature Galerie Thomas, Global Botero , Munich, 2007, p. 36, illustration in color of another cast David Benrimon Fine Art, Fernando Botero, Works on Paper, Paintings, and Sculptures , New York, 2009, no. 8, p. 97, illustration in color of another cast Condition This work is in overall excellent condition. Very faint surface scratches are visible on the base and scattered in some areas of the body of the horse. 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.