Lot 193
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LYNN CHADWICK, R.A. | Pair of Sitting Figures VIII
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Lynn Chadwick
- Pair of Sitting Figures VIII
- stamped with the Artist's monogram, signature, dated 75, numbered 695B and 3/8
- bronze
- height: 31cm.; 12in.
- Conceived and cast in 1975, the present cast is number 3 from the edition of 8.
Provenance
Marlborough Fine Art, London, where acquired by the present owner, 27th June 1977
Private Collection, Belgium
Private Collection, Belgium
Literature
Dennis Farr and Eva Chadwick, Lynn Chadwick, Sculptor, With a Complete Illustrated Catalogue 1947-2005, Lund Humphries, Farnham, 2014, cat. no.695B, illustrated p.310 (another cast).
Condition
There are one or two tiny casting imperfections and pits to the surface. There is some casting residue in some of these pits and crevices. There is some very slight rubbing to the extremities, and the underside of both sculptures is slightly scuffed. Subject to the above the works appear to be in excellent overall condition. Both works are freestanding. 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."
Catalogue Note
We are grateful to the Estate of Lynn Chadwick for their kind assistance with the cataloguing of the present work.