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THBARTHUR LOPEZ (NM) BIRTH OF THE VIRGIN SCULPTURE
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8414 Anderson Mill Road
Austin, TX 78729
United States
Austin Auction Gallery a family owned and operated business, was founded in 1983 with a rock solid commitment to its consignors and superior customer service. Through this commitment we have evolved into one of the premier Antique and Fine Art auction houses in the Southwest. Since its inception, ou...Read more
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LiveJan 20, 2024
Austin Auction Gallery is kicking off 2024 in style! This fine 3-day auction will feature an eclectic mix of items from estates around the world. From wonderful Mid-Century art and furnishings to a large collection of Texas art to fine antiques start your year off right with Austin Auction! Austin Auction Gallery info@austinauction.com
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- Lot Description
Carved and polychrome painted wood sculpture, "Nacimiento de la Virgen (Birth of the Virgin)," signed verso Arthur Lopez (Santa Fe, New Mexico, b.1971), dated 2008 and titled verso, lacking one applied monarch butterfly, approx 31.5"h, 20"w, 5"d, 14.25lbs **Provenance: From the lifetime collection of Dutch artist Yvonne Pipkin who traveled the world acquiring treasures most notably in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and the Seattle, Washington area** Start Price: $200.00
Condition
01.05.24: In my opinion regarding LOT 699: As described the sculpture is lacking one butterfly at the right side edge leaving a visible exposed peg, I note a minute split to the right side panel, and another to the back panel, the cocoon appears to hang securely from fixture, and I observe overall notable pigment retention and vibrance, with minor wear to the Virgin’s face, and some like surface wear concentrated at the corners of the case, additionally I observe visible glue repairs to two of the butterfly wings<br><br>Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please utilize the ASK A QUESTION tab found in each lot. All lots are sold as is and where is. No statement regarding the age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, Austin Auction Gallery does not give refunds. Austin Auction Gallery does not perform any shipping or packing services. We do have a list of suggested shippers who gladly provide quotes prior to your bidding. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers.
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