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Henry Moore, O.M., C.H.
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Henry Moore OM, CH
- RECUMBENT FIGURE
- bronze
- length (not including base): 12.5cm., 4 7/8 in.
Provenance
Laing Gallery, Toronto
Private Collection (acquired from the above circa the 1950s)
By descent from the above to the present owner
Private Collection (acquired from the above circa the 1950s)
By descent from the above to the present owner
Exhibited
Ontario, The Art Gallery of Ontario, Henry Moore Exhibition, 1967
Literature
David Sylvester (ed.), Henry Moore, Complete Sculpture 1921-48, London, 1988, vol. I, no. 184
David Mitchinson (ed.), Henry Moore Sculpture, London, 1981, no. 120, illustration of the larger stone p. 74 & no. 121, colour illustration of another cast p. 74
David Mitchinson (ed.), Henry Moore Sculpture, London, 1981, no. 120, illustration of the larger stone p. 74 & no. 121, colour illustration of another cast p. 74
Condition
Dark brown patina. Attached to a wooden base at two places on underside. There are a few tiny nicks and scratches to the surface, notably to the head and chest. Apart from some minor rubbing to the patina consistent with age and some surface dirt, this work is in good condition.
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"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."