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Francis William Doyle-Jones
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Francis William Doyle-Jones
- Bust of Amanda
- signed and dated: F. Doyle Jones. 1930 and inscribed: AMANDA
- bronze, dark brown patina
Exhibited
London, Royal Academy of Arts, 4 May - 8 August 1931, no. 1671
Literature
Royal Academy Exhibitors 1905-1970. A dictionary of artists and their work in the Summer Exhibitions of the Royal Academy of Arts, vol. II, Calne, 1985, p. 153, no. 1671
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. there is a screw to the underside of the base, which is making the sculpture slightly unstable. The bronze may have been affixed to a socle originally.
"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."