Lynn Chadwick

Acquired in New York circa 1980

Maquette size Teddy Boy & Girl is consistent with Chadwick’s work of the 1950’s, the two figures had been badly bent out of alignment and had cracked and broken quite a bit of the “Stolit” material used as a filler. Similarly the arm had been bent and stolit broken out of the matrix of steel rods. The sculpture underwent careful restoration with the figures realigned and then replacement of the missing stolit, similarly the broken arm. The rest of the surface is in good condition with a pale patina and this has also been matched over the restored areas. The sculpture is now restored to a good condition and in keeping with its age.
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.
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