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Michael Ayrton
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Michael Ayrton
- Icarus II
- numbered 7/9
- bronze
- height: 38cm.; 15in.
- Conceived in 1959, the present work is number 7 from the edition of 9.
Provenance
Kate Chertavian Fine Art, London, where acquired by David Bowie
Exhibited
Bruton Gallery, Bruton, Michael Ayrton: Recurring Themes and Images, 28th March - 2nd May 1981, cat. no.39 (another cast), with tour to National Museum of Wales, Cardiff and Pelter Sands Gallery, Bristol.
Literature
Michael Ayrton, Drawings and Sculptures, Cory, Adams & Mackay, London, 1962, no.94, illustrated (another cast).
Condition
The sculpture is sound. There is one tiny casting floor to the base near the figure's right (as illustrated in the printed catalogue) foot. There is a very light layer of surface dirt to the base. Subject to the above the work is in excellent overall condition.
The work is attached to a polished rectangular wood plinth by bolts in two places.
Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"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."
"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."