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Sir Anthony Caro, R.A.
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Dreamer's Book
- rusted steel and stoneware
- height: 29cm.; 11½in.
- Executed in 1995-6.
Literature
Dieter Blume, Anthony Caro: Catalogue Raisonne Vol.XII, Cologne, (undated), cat. no.2409, illustrated p.53;
Ian Barker, Anthony Caro: Quest for New Sculpture, Swiridoff Verlag, Kunzelsau, 2004, illustrated p.314.
Ian Barker, Anthony Caro: Quest for New Sculpture, Swiridoff Verlag, Kunzelsau, 2004, illustrated p.314.
Condition
The work consists of two spearate iron elements, which need to be joined together. The iron elements arer stamped with old numbered inscriptions. Dirt has gathered in the crevices. There are a few inherent firing cracks to the book and one or two scuffs to the corners of the book. There are some scuffs and media marks to the iron elements.
Please telephone the department on 020 7293 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.
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."