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WILLIAM TURNBULL | Metamorphosis I
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- William Turnbull
- Metamorphosis I
- stamped with Artist's monogram, dated 79 and numbered 5/9
- bronze
- height (excluding base): 18cm.; 7in.
- Conceived in 1979, the present work is number 5 from the edition of 9 plus 1 Artist's cast.
Provenance
Waddington Galleries, London, where acquired by the present owner in 2012
Condition
The sculpture appears sound. There is some extremely minor rubbing to the front and some extremities of the figure's torso and very minor flecks of oxidisation to the numbering at the back. There are a handful of very tiny pits in the surface of the sculpture, as a result of the casting process. Subject to the above the work appears in excellent overall condition. The work is attached to a simple stone 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."