Lot 121
  • 121

Hans Coper

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • Hans Coper
  • An Early Large Shallow Bowl
  • impressed HC seal
  • stoneware, radiating dense sgraffito to the buff slips, two geometric forms in brown glaze to opposite edges of the bowl
  • diameter: 40.5cm.; 16in.
  • Executed in the early to mid 1950s.

Provenance

Gifted by Leonard Elmhirst to The Dartington Hall Trust, 20th November 1971

Exhibited

Dartington Hall, High Cross House, c1995 - 2010.

Condition

The surface is slightly dirty and there are a few handling marks across the surface. Otherwise the work is in good overall condition with no chips or cracks. Please telephone the department on 0207 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.
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