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Lot 361
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Lynn Chadwick

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Lynn Chadwick
  • RECLINING ELEKTRA II
  • inscribed Chadwick, dated 69 and numbered 590 2/4
  • polished bronze
  • height: 62.5cm., 24 5/8 in.
  • length: 110cm., 43 1/4 in.

Provenance

Galerie, Palm Springs
Private Collection, USA (acquired from the above in 1975)
Thence by descent to the present owner

Literature

Dennis Farr & Eva Chadwick, Lynn Chadwick, Sculptor, Hampshire, 2006, no. 590, illustration of another cast p. 265

Condition

Bronze and polished bronze. There are some areas of oxidisation in places and a small area of red paint (visible in the catalogue illustration) to the figure's left thigh, both of which could be easily cleaned. There is some very light tarnishing to the polished bronze. Otherwise, this work is in overall good condition.
"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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