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Sir Eduardo Paolozzi, R.A.
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Sir Eduardo Paolozzi, R.A.
- Standing Figure
- signed, dedicated FOR KONRAD and stamped with foundry mark
- bronze
- height: 71cm.; 28in.
- Executed circa 1980, the present work is unique.
Provenance
Private Collection
Sale, Ketterer Kunst, Munich, 2nd June 2006, lot 51, where acquired by the present owner
Private Collection
Sale, Ketterer Kunst, Munich, 2nd June 2006, lot 51, where acquired by the present owner
Private Collection
Condition
Structurally sound, there are one or two tiny casting imperfections visible upon very close inspection, and in keeping with the nature of the artist's techniques and materials. There are some I instances of light surface dirt and matter, most noticeably to the crevices, together with some light traces of oxidisation to the bronze between the two feet, visible upon closer inspection. This excepting the work appears in very good overall condition.
Please contact 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."
Catalogue Note
Konrad Taukert was a student of Paolozzi's at the Kunstacademie in Munich. He later became his studio assistant, and was gifted this piece directly by the Artist.