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Reg Butler
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Reg Butler
- Two Figures
- stamped with monogram and numbered 1/8
- bronze
- height: 19cm.; 7½in.
- Conceived in 1966, the present work is number 1 from the edition of 8.
Conceived in 1966, the present work is number 1 from the edition of 8.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the Artist by Pierre Matisse
Exhibited
London, Gimpel Fils, Reg Butler Musée Imaginaire: Bronze Middle and Later Period, 10th September - 11th October 1986, cat. no.32 (another cast).
Literature
Margaret Garlake, The Sculpture of Reg Butler, The Henry Moore Foundation in association with Lund Humphries, Ashgate, 2006, cat. no.249, illustrated p.168 (another cast).
Condition
The sculpture is sound. There are one or two small areas of possibly oxidisation towards the bottom of the bronze at the back. There is some light rubbing in places, notably the top of the figures' heads, the back of their shoulders and their waists. The patina is slightly uneven in places and there are traces of light surface dirt in some of the crevices of the bronze. Subject to the above the work is in excellent overall condition.
The work is attached to a rectangular black stone plinth with a single bolt.
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"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."