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LYNN CHADWICK, R.A. | Shiny Diamond II
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- Lynn Chadwick
- Shiny Diamond II
- signed, dated 70 and numbered 604 1/6; also stamped with foundry mark
- bronze
- height: 84cm.; 33in.
- Conceived in 1970, the present work is number 1 from the edition of 6.
Provenance
Alwin Gallery, London, where acquired by the late owner by the mid-1980s
Exhibited
Toronto, Gallery Moos, Lynn Chadwick, April - May 1972, illustrated (another cast).
Literature
Dennis Farr and Eva Chadwick, Lynn Chadwick Sculptor, With a Complete Illustrated Catalogue 1947-2003, Lund Humphries, Farnham, cat. no.604, illustrated p.276 (another cast).
Condition
The sculpture appears to be sound. There are some minor casting imperfections visible, including to the legs. There all appear to be stable. There is a small historic nick to the right side of the polished face. There is some surface dirt and some further minor scuffs to the polished elements. Elsewhere there is some minor surface dirt and casting residue. Subject to the above the work appears to be in very good overall condition. The work is freestanding. 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."