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PRODOSH DAS GUPTA | Cradle
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Prodosh Das Gupta
- Cradle
- Signed and editioned 'P. Dasgupta 5/5' on one sideEdition 5/5
- Bronze
- 14½ x 15 x 8 in. (36.8 x 38.1 x 20.3 cm.)
- Cast in 1950
Provenance
Acquired in India circa 1960- 1970s
Private collection, Montreal
Acquired from the above in 2017 This work was originally from the collection
of an Honorable Judge of the Superior Court
of Quebec.
Private collection, Montreal
Acquired from the above in 2017 This work was originally from the collection
of an Honorable Judge of the Superior Court
of Quebec.
Literature
K. Das Gupta, My Sculpture: Prodosh Das Gupta, Oxford Book & Stationery Co. Calcutta and New Delhi, 1955, pl. 12 (another from the edition)
'Seven Contemporary Artists,' Marg Vol.V, No. 1, unpaginated and Vol. C, No. 1, December 1956, p. 34 (another from the edition)
V.K. Jain, Prodosh Das Gupta: Sculptures & Drawings, Kumar Gallery P. Ltd., New Delhi, 2008, illustration unpaginated (another from the edition)
K. Singh, Manifestations VI, Delhi Art Gallery, New Delhi, 2011, illustration p. 68 (another from the edition)
'Seven Contemporary Artists,' Marg Vol.V, No. 1, unpaginated and Vol. C, No. 1, December 1956, p. 34 (another from the edition)
V.K. Jain, Prodosh Das Gupta: Sculptures & Drawings, Kumar Gallery P. Ltd., New Delhi, 2008, illustration unpaginated (another from the edition)
K. Singh, Manifestations VI, Delhi Art Gallery, New Delhi, 2011, illustration p. 68 (another from the edition)
Condition
The patina is uneven due to the natural aging process and there is oxidation and scattered spots of rust and nicks in the work. Minor dust accrual in the crevices. The bottom edge has wear due to the fact that it does not sit on a plinth. This work is in good overall condition, as viewed.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
"The idea of the composition first occurred to me from a rocking chair. I have tried to create the same swinging, semi-circular movement in the sculpture. In order to get the maximum effect of rhythmic lines I have taken the liberty in shaping the legs and the thighs of the mother in masses and her breasts in such a way that they do not disturb the main schematic values of line and rythym. The fluid momentum of the spirit of rocking is intended to echo through the gliding planes and undulating modelling of the figures." (K. Das Gupta, My Sculpture: Prodosh Das Gupta, Oxford Book & Stationery Co., Calcutta and New Delhi, 1955, p. 26)