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PAUL MOUNT | Lands End
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Paul Mount
- Lands End
- signed on the base
- stainless steel on a slate base
- height (including Artist's slate base): 54.5cm.; 21½in.
- Conceived in 1996, the present work is unique.
Provenance
Beaux Arts, London, where acquired by the present owner, 19th February 2012
Condition
The sculpture appears sound. There is pitting and uneveness to the surface of the sculpture, with instances of possible small casting imperfections, in keeping with the Artist's working methods. There is a slight nick to the tip of the furthest extremity. There is rubbing to the surface in places, particularly visible at the joins. There is a slight variation to the angle of the plane where the sculpture adjoins the integral base, possibly in keeping with the Artist's intentions. There are instances of small accretions and light surface dirt to the the crevices, particularly on the base. This excepting, the work appears in very good overall condition. The work is attached to a metal 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."