Antony Gormley

Xavier Hufkens, Brussels
Private Collection, Belgium
Sale: Sotheby's, London, Contemporary Art, 11 February 2010, Lot 170
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner

Colour: The colours in the catalogue illustration are fairly accurate, although there is more oxidisation apparent in the original. Condition: This work is in very good condition. Some oxidation has occurred over time in a few places scattered thought, predominantly visible to the top of the head, the inner thighs and the feet. Surface dirt has accumulated in the recesses throughout, and there is scattered tarnishing and light wear to the outside faces of the mild steel blocks. There are a few further surface imperfections from the fabrication process. There is a small nick to the edge of a single mild steel block to the figures right shoulder blade.
"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."

"I am interested in the body because it is the place where emotions are most directly registered. When you feel frightened, when you feel excited, happy, depressed, somehow the body registers it."

Antony Gormley in an interview with Udo Kittelmann in: Exhibition Catalogue, Cologne, Kunstverein, Antony Gormley , Total Strangers, 1999 p. 22