Diego Giacometti (1902-1985)
Lot 218

Diego Giacometti (1902-1985)

Loup

Closed23 June 2016

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GBP 68,500

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Diego Giacometti (1902-1985)
Loup
signed and inscribed 'Diego Epreuve de Jacques Goddet' (on the top of the base); inscribed with the foundry mark 'Susse Fondeur Paris' (on the side of the base)
bronze with gold patina
Height: 3 7/8 in. (10 cm.)
Length: 14 1/8 in. (36 cm.)
Conceived circa 1960; this version cast under the control of the artist at a later date in an edition of 19 for a cinematic award

Jacques Goddet, celebrated sports journalist and director of the Tour de France from 1936-1986, a gift from the artist, and thence by descent.