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Sir Jacob Epstein
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- Sir Jacob Epstein
- Einstein
- Inscribed Epstein
- Bronze
- Height: 17 1/2 in.
- 44.5 cm
- Conceived in 1933.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by the parents of the present owner
Thence by descent
Thence by descent
Literature
Richard Buckle, Jacob Epstein Sculptor, London, 1963, no. 320, illustration of another cast p. 206
Evelyn Silber, The Sculpture of Epstein, Oxford, 1986, no. 234, illustration of another cast p. 174
Evelyn Silber, The Sculpture of Epstein, Oxford, 1986, no. 234, illustration of another cast p. 174
Condition
Bronze with a green patina on a black base, approximately 4.5 inches tall. Surface in generally good condition, aside from some areas of rubbing, particularly on the nose. Surface dirt.
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.