Sir Jacob Epstein

Elsa Lanchester was a well-known character actress in Hollywood married to Charles Laughton, a British Academy Award winner.

Odalys Galería, Caracas

Arnold Haskell, The Sculptor Speaks: Jacob Epstein to Arnold Haskell. A Series of Conversations on Art, 1931, illustration of another cast p. 182
L.B. Powell, Jacob Epstein, London, 1932, illustration of another cast 
Robert Black, The Art of Jacob Epstein, New York, 1942, no. 110, illustration of another cast p. 235
Richard Buckle, Jacob Epstein Sculptor, London, 1963, no. 204, illustration of another cast p. 205
Evelyn SIlber, The Sculpture of Epstein, London, 1986, no. 153, illustration of plaster p. 157

This bronze is in generally good condition. It has a dark brown patina with areas of verdigris. The sculpture has surface dirt and dust. Mounted on a green marble base that is 3 1/4 by 14 by 11 3/8 in.
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.