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Sir Anthony Caro, O.M., C.B.E., R.A.
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Second Half
- bronze and brass plate, cut and welded
- height: 72.5cm.; 28½in.
- Conceived in 1980, the present work is unique.
Provenance
The Artist
Condition
Structurally sound.
There is minor surface dirt and dust to the crevices, with small, isolated spots of slight oxidisation to the reverse of the large front face, around the applied shapes on the lower right hand side, and elsewhere upon very close inspection. There are one or two very slight imperfections to the front face of the welded brass plate, again visible upon close inspection, in keeping with the Artist's technique. There are a few very slight scratches to the work. This excepting the work appears in very good overall condition.
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.
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."
Catalogue Note
The work will be included in the forcoming edition of the complete catalogue raisonné of sculptures by the Artist with the catalogue number B00248.