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Henry Moore, O.M., C.H.
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
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Description
- Henry Moore OM, CH
- Reclining Figure: pointed legs
- signed and numbered 1/9
- bronze with green-brown patina
- height (including base): 12cm.; 4¾in.
- Conceived in 1979, the present work is number 1 from an edition of 9 plus 1 artist's proof.
Provenance
Fischer Fine Art Limited, London, where acquired by the family of the present owner, 11th July 1980
Literature
Alan Bowness (ed.), Henry Moore: Complete Sculpture, Volume 5, Sculpture 1974-1980, Lund Humphries, London, 1994, LH777, illustrated (another cast).
Condition
Dirt has gathered in some of the crevices, there are a few tiny abrasions to the patination on the base. Otherwise, the sculpture is in good overall condition.
Please telephone the department on 020 7293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work
"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."