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Frederick Edward McWilliam, A.R.A.
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Frederick Edward McWilliam, A.R.A.
- The Pianist I
- signed with initials on the base MCW
- bronze
- Height (excluding base): 45cm.; 17¾in.
Exhibited
British Council Touring Exhibition to North America, New Aspects of British Sculpture, March 1955 - January 1956, with tour to Chicago, Minneapolis, Cincinnati, Buffalo and Toronto;
London, Hanover Gallery, F.E.McWilliam: Sculpture, February - March 1956.
London, Hanover Gallery, F.E.McWilliam: Sculpture, February - March 1956.
Literature
Roland Penrose (intro.), McWilliam, London 1964, pl.31, illustrated.
Condition
There are three very small areas to the back of the figure's neck where the patina has worn away and there is some resultant oxidation. There are two further very small similar areas at the top of the figure's chest. There is some minor surface dirt to some of the crevices otherwise in good overall condition.
"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
Conceived in 1953 and cast in an edition of 2.
To be sold together with a copy of R.Penrose (intro.), McWilliam, London, 1964, inscribed by the artist.
To be sold together with a copy of R.Penrose (intro.), McWilliam, London, 1964, inscribed by the artist.