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Dame Elisabeth Frink, R.A.
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- Dame Elisabeth Frink, R.A.
- Bird
- signed and numbered 2/7
- bronze
- height: 42cm.; 16½in.
- Conceived in 1966, the present work is number 2 from the edition of 7.
Provenance
Acquired by the present owner in 1988
Literature
Jill Willder (ed.), Elisabeth Frink Sculpture Catalogue Raisonné, Harpvale, Salisbury, 1984, cat. no.151, illustrated p.169 (another cast);
Annette Ratuszniak (ed.), Elisabeth Frink: Catalogue Raisonné of Sculpture 1947-93, Lund Humphries, Farnham, 2013, cat. no.FCR176, illustrated p.105 (another cast).
Annette Ratuszniak (ed.), Elisabeth Frink: Catalogue Raisonné of Sculpture 1947-93, Lund Humphries, Farnham, 2013, cat. no.FCR176, illustrated p.105 (another cast).
Condition
The sculpture appears sound. There is some very slight rubbing to some of the protruding edges of the bronze, including some variation to the patina and some possible rubbing to the upper left side of the figure's face. There is a possible old crack or casting imperfection which runs around the top of the figure's left leg, with a possible further old crack or casting imperfection to the top of the figure's right leg, at the front. In places the surface of the bronze is very slightly pitted, thought to be as a result of the casting process. There are some traces of plaster and surface dirt in the crevices in places, and there are one or two spots of minor oxidisation. There may be a slight possible scratch and dent to the rear right corner of the base. Subject to the above, the work appears to be in good overall condition.
The work is freestanding. There is some masking tape adhered 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."