Lot 55: PABLO GARGALLO | Urano

bronze

height: 78 cm; 30 3/4 in.

bronze

Attractive brown patina. There are four faeces to the globe to the upper part of the sculpture. There are a few scattered tiny dots of minor oxidation. There is some superficial dust in the crevices and some light wear to the most protruding elements. This work is in overall 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."

Pierre Courthion, L'Œuvre complet de Pablo Gargallo, Paris, 1973, no. 154, another version illustrated p. 158
Pablo Gargallo (exhition catalogue), Musée d'Art moderne de la Ville de Paris, Paris, 1980-81, no. 109, another version illustrated np. 
Pierrette Gargallo-Anguera, Pablo Gargallo, Catalogue Raisonné, Paris, 1998, no. 199, another version illustrated p. 209
Pablo Gargallo (exhibition catalogue), Institut Valencia d'Art Modern, Valencia (& travelling), 2004, another version illustrated p. 328

Galerie Marwan Hoss, Paris
Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1996