Lot 109
  • 109

GILBERT BAYES | The Challenger

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • The Challenger
  • signed and dated: GILBERT BAYES / 1944. and entitled: THE CHALLENGER.
  • bronze, green patina, on a veined green marble base
  • 64cm., 25 1/8 in.

Literature

L. Irvine and P. Atterbury, Gilbert Bayes, Sculptor (1872-1953), Shepton Beauchamp, 1998. pp. 121, 182

Condition

Overall the condition of the bronze is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are some areas of wear to some of the high points, including to the backs of the arms. There are a few minor chips and abrasions to the edges of the base
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