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Sir Eduardo Paolozzi, R.A.
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Sir Eduardo Paolozzi, R.A.
- Manuk
- cast, extruded and welded aluminium
- height: 99cm., 39in.; width: 295cm., 116in.; depth: 163cm., 64in.
- Executed from 1973-4, the present work is unique.
Provenance
Commissioned by Sir Terence Conran for Habitat, Wallingford, 1974-1994
Exhibited
Wallingford, Habitat Playground, until 1994;
Wakefield, Bretton Hall, Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Eduardo Paolozzi: A Birthday Celebration, August - October 1994, then on long-term loan until 2010.
Wakefield, Bretton Hall, Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Eduardo Paolozzi: A Birthday Celebration, August - October 1994, then on long-term loan until 2010.
Literature
Robin Spencer (ed.), Eduardo Paolozzi: Writings and Interviews, Oxford University Press, Oxford, 2000, pp.243-4, 305.
Condition
Structurally sound. There are scratches and abrasions about the work, and pit marks which largely appear inherent to the medium. More significant abrasions occur to the side of the single raised end, which appears to have grazed something - also some spots of paint near to it. Further surface abrasions to the left of left-hand circular disc at the other end of the sculpture. There are some signs of oxidation and the surface is dirty, notably along the base. The work will benefit from cleaning but appears in good condition overall.
Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present lot.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Manuk was sourced from some of the same aluminium components as Yantra (lot 143), which Paolozzi had used for the 'bomb' sculptures he showed in his exhibition, Eduardo Paolozzi, at the Tate Gallery in 1971.