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Henry Moore
Estimate
70,000 - 90,000 USD
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Description
- Henry Moore
- Reclining Figure
- Bronze
- Length: 8 1/2 in.
- 21.1 cm
Provenance
Acquired by the family of the present owner in the 1960s
Literature
David Sylvester, ed., Henry Moore, Complete Sculpture, Sculpture 1921-48, vol. I, London, 1957, no. 185, illustration of the monumental version in wood pp. 120-124
Condition
Work is in good condition. Dark brown patina. Surface is slightly dirty. There are surface nicks and scratches along the outside edges of the figure. There is a nail-head sized loss on the inside of the circular cavity under the left leg. There is some rubbing along the bottom from a prior mounting. Also some minor patina rubbing along edges of extremities.
PLEASE NOTE: The correct cataloguing for this work can be found on the online version of our catalogue and is incorrectly printed in the hard copy of 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.
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.