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Dame Elisabeth Frink, R.A.
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- Dame Elisabeth Frink, R.A.
- Soldier
- signed, stamped with foundry mark and numbered 8/8
- bronze
- height: 34.5cm.; 13½in.
- Conceived in 1974, the present work is number 8 from the edition of 8.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the Artist by the present owner
Exhibited
London, Royal Academy of Arts, Elisabeth Frink, Sculpture and Drawings 1952-1984, 8th February - 24th March 1985, cat. no.65 (another cast).
Literature
Bryan Robertson (intro.), Elisabeth Frink Sculpture, Harpvale Books, Salisbury, 1984, cat. no.212, illustrated p.182 (another cast);
Annette Ratuszniak, Elisabeth Frink, Catalogue Raisonné of Sculpture 1947-93, Lund Humphries in association with the Frink Estate and Beaux Arts, London, cat. no.FCR240, illustrated p.126 (another cast).
Annette Ratuszniak, Elisabeth Frink, Catalogue Raisonné of Sculpture 1947-93, Lund Humphries in association with the Frink Estate and Beaux Arts, London, cat. no.FCR240, illustrated p.126 (another cast).
Condition
The sculpture appears sound. There are one or two spots of rubbing to some of the protruding edges, including to the top of the head. There is some very light surface dirt. The work appears to be in excellent overall condition.
The work is freestanding. There is green felt attached to the underside of the base.
Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 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."