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Dame Elisabeth Frink, D.B.E., R.A.
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description
- Dame Elisabeth Frink, D.B.E., R.A.
- Running Man
- signed and numbered 4/8
- bronze
- height: 56.5cm.; 22¼in.
- Conceived in 1985, the present work is number 4 from an edition of 8.
Provenance
The Artist
Everard Read Gallery, South Africa, from where acquired by the present owner, 28th April 1993
Everard Read Gallery, South Africa, from where acquired by the present owner, 28th April 1993
Exhibited
London, Fischer Fine Art, Elisabeth Frink, Recent Sculpture and Drawings, 5th October - 9th November 1989, cat. no.7 (another cast).
Literature
Edward Lucie-Smith, Elisabeth Frink, Sculpture Since 1984 and Drawings, Art Books International, London, 1994, cat. no.SC10, illustrated p.184 (another cast).
Condition
Structurally sound.
There is very minor surface dirt and dust to the crevices as well as further very minor isolated flecks of surface matter. There appears to be a few tiny spots of oxidisation within the crevices of the torso of the figure. There is a very slight irregularity to the patina on the right elbow, and casting pin holes are apparent to isolated areas of the work. These do not detract from the overall appearance of the work, which otherwise is in very good condition.
There is a wooden wedge insert inside the base presumably used for a previous means of securing the sculpture, which has splintered in part.
Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present lot.
"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.
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"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."