Lot 2
  • 2

John Milne

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description

  • John Milne
  • Intaglio
  • signed with initials, dated 1969 and numbered 3/9 on the base
  • polished bronze
  • height (not including base): 12cm.; 5in.
  • Conceived in 1969, the present work is number 3 from the edition of 9.

Provenance

Marjorie Parr Gallery, London, where acquired by the present owner, 28th November 1969

Exhibited

London, Marjorie Parr Gallery, John Milne, 2nd - 25th October 1969, cat. no.29.

Literature

Peter Davies, The Sculpture of John Milne, Belgrave Gallery, London, 2000, cat. no.86, illustrated p.77 (another cast).

Condition

Structurally sound. There are minor handling marks, surface dirt and matter and one or two very minor possible light surface scratches and abrasions to the body, only visible upon close inspection, but this excepting the work appears in good overall condtion. Housed on a 4cm. high black stone base. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
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