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Henry Moore
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Henry Moore
- Slow Form: Tortoise
Inscribed Moore and numbered 8/9
- Bronze, gold brown patina
- Length: 8 in.
- 20.3 cm
Provenance
Ernest Brown & Philips, Ltd., London
The Leicester Galleries, London
Acquired from the above
The Leicester Galleries, London
Acquired from the above
Literature
Alan Bowness, Henry Moore: Sculpture 1955-64, vol. 3, London, 1965, no. 158, illustration of another cast
Condition
Good condition. The bronze has been discolored due to surface corrosion in crevices. This work would benefit from a cleaning.
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.