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Henry Moore
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 GBP
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Description
- Henry Moore
- Reclining Figure
- inscribed Moore, numbered 1/7 and stamped with the foundry mark Noack Berlin
- polished bronze
- length: 13cm., 5 1/8 in. (not including base)
- length: 15cm., 5 7/8 in. (including base)
Provenance
Marlborough Fine Arts, London
Bloch Family (acquired from the above in 1969)
Bloch Family (acquired from the above in 1969)
Literature
David Melville, Henry Moore, Sculpture and Drawings 1921-1969, London, 1970, no. 177, illustrated p. 101
David Mitchinson, Henry Moore, Sculpture, London, 1980, no. 150, illustrated p. 86
David Sylvester (ed.), Henry Moore: Complete Sculpture 1921-1948, London, 1957, vol. I, no. 193, illustration of the lead version p. 116
David Mitchinson, Henry Moore, Sculpture, London, 1980, no. 150, illustrated p. 86
David Sylvester (ed.), Henry Moore: Complete Sculpture 1921-1948, London, 1957, vol. I, no. 193, illustration of the lead version p. 116
Condition
Polished golden patina. Apart from scattered tiny inclusions consistent with the casting process and some light handling wear, this work is in very good condition.
"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."