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John Behan, R.H.A.
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- John Behan, R.H.A.
- Famine Ship
- signed and dated 2014
- unique bronze cast
- height (including base): 91.5cm., 36in.
Condition
The work appears in excellent original condition.
Mounted to a base.
"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."
Catalogue Note
'My art is related to ancient culture as well as to modern technique. I do feel that every artist, be they poet or writer or sculptor or painter, must have roots, roots that will tap into the ground...' (John Behan)
The artist's ongoing exploration of links between the past, present and future is exemplifed by the monumental nature of Famine Ship, referring to the great Irish famine of 1846-1849 whilst at the same time referencing more universal notions of life and death. Executed in 2014, the present version is the largest in Behan's ongoing exploration of the theme, which strongly relates to one of Ireland's most well known monuments, Coffin Ship, designed by Behan and installed at Croagh Patrick, Co. Mayo in 1997. The large-scale sculpture faces west overlooking the Atlantic Ocean symbolizing the departure of so many emigrants who sailed away in that direction.
The artist's ongoing exploration of links between the past, present and future is exemplifed by the monumental nature of Famine Ship, referring to the great Irish famine of 1846-1849 whilst at the same time referencing more universal notions of life and death. Executed in 2014, the present version is the largest in Behan's ongoing exploration of the theme, which strongly relates to one of Ireland's most well known monuments, Coffin Ship, designed by Behan and installed at Croagh Patrick, Co. Mayo in 1997. The large-scale sculpture faces west overlooking the Atlantic Ocean symbolizing the departure of so many emigrants who sailed away in that direction.