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Reg Butler
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- Reg Butler
- Untitled
- stamped with monogram and numbered 1/8
- bronze
- height: 34.5cm.; 13½in.
- Conceived in 1965, the present work is number 1 from the edition of 8.
Conceived in 1965, the present work is number 1 from the edition of 8.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the Artist by Pierre Matisse
Condition
The sculpture is sound. There are some very small points of rubbing at some of the extremities of the bronze, such as the points of the shoulders and the back of the head. There are further small areas of rubbing to the belly, breast and back of the figure. There are traces of casting residue in the crevices of the bronze, and some light surface dirt in places, notably at the base. Subject to the above the work is in excellent overall condition.
The sculpture is freestanding.
Please telephone the department on +44 207 293 6424 if you have any questions.
"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."