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John Bernard Boyle b. 1941
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 CAD
bidding is closed
Description
- John Bernard Boyle
- Red Fox with Screw Eyes
signed, titled and dated on the underside of the sculpture J.B. BOYLE, 1966; inscribed TO DENNIS LUKAS and further signed and inscribed Repaired by John Boyle, April 2009 on the underside
- wooden sculpture with painted figures
- 81.3 by 81.3 by 19.1 cm.
- 32 by 32 by 7 ½ in.
Provenance
Property of the late Dennis Lukas
Lukas Estate Sale, Ritchies Auctioneers, Toronto, 2004
Private Collection, Ontario
Condition
This work is in overall very good condition. The edges have minor scuffs and there are small nicks of paint loss. On the underside, the artist has written that this work was repaired in April 2009.
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.