Lot 48
  • 48

Sir Jacob Epstein

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Sir Jacob Epstein
  • Hand of the Yeminite Singer Bracha Zefira
  • bronze on a marble base
  • HEIGHT (INCLUDING BASE): 30.5cm.; 12in.

Provenance

The Honourable Daisy Fellowes, and thence by descent to the present owner

Condition

The work has a light brown / orangey patina and is presented on a polished black marble base. There is dust evident in the crevaces of the work, mostly between the fingers. The base is chipped to two of the corners and along one lower edge.
"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

Bracha Zefira was a Yemenite singer whose head Epstein modelled in 1949.