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John Bernard Flannagan 1895 - 1942
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- John Bernard Flannagan
- Kitten
- Stone
- Height: 10 3/4 in.
- 27.3 cm.
- Executed circa 1929-1930
Provenance
Weyhe Gallery, New York
Mrs. W.G. Hibbard, Winnetka, Illinois (acquired from the above in 1934)
By descent in the family of the above to the present owner
Literature
Robert J. Forsyth, John B. Flannagan: His Life and Works, Minneapolis (dissertation, University of Minnesota), 1965
Condition
In good condition. The stone is soft and porous and, as a result, relatively fragile. The original features of the kitten are all intact and one can clearly see the definition of his eyes, nose, tail, etc. The edge of the base is sharp and not worn away despite soft nature of the stone.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.