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Literature

Roger Passeron, André Masson. Catalogue général des sculptures , Turin, 1987, no. 16, pp. 123-125, une autre épreuve reproduite p. 125 Condition Attractive black patina. Apart from some slight wear to the patina, mostly to the upper part of the sculpture, and a light build-up of dust in the recessive areas, this work is in very good condition. "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." Catalogue Note inscribed 'AM' and numbered '3/8', bears the marks of the foundry 'Brustolin, Verona' and the editor 'Galerie Due Ci, Rome', bronze. Conceived in 1943 and cast in bronze in 1986-87 by Brustolin foundry, Verona, in a numbered edition of eight, plus a further cast numbered '0/8' for André Masson and two artist's proofs.

Catalog summary

André Masson ECLOSION inscrit AM et numéroté 3/8 , porte le cachet du fondeur Brustolin, Verona et le cachet de l'éditeur Galerie Due Ci, Rome bronze 68,2 x 45,5 x 44 cm 28 7/8 x 17 7/8 x 17 3/8 in. Literature Roger Passeron, André Masson. Catalogue général des sculptures , Turin, 1987, no. 16, pp. 123-125, une autre épreuve reproduite p. 125 Condition Attractive black patina. Apart from some slight wear to the patina, mostly to the upper part of the sculpture, and a light build-up of dust in the recessive areas, this work is in very good condition. "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." Catalogue Note inscribed 'AM' and numbered '3/8', bears the marks of the foundry 'Brustolin, Verona' and the editor 'Galerie Due Ci, Rome', bronze. Conceived in 1943 and cast in bronze in 1986-87 by Brustolin foundry, Verona, in a numbered edition of eight, plus a further cast numbered '0/8' for André Masson and two artist's proofs.