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Barry Flanagan, R.A.
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
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Description
- Barry Flanagan, R.A.
- Field Day 1 (Kouros Horse)
- stamped with monogram and numbered 3/6
- bronze
- height (excluding base): 148cm.; 58¼in.
- Conceived in 1986, the present work is number 3 from an edition of 6, plus 2 Artist's casts.
Provenance
Waddington Galleries, London, where acquired by the present owner 5th April 1989
Exhibited
Dublin, Irish Museum of Modern Art, Barry Flanagan Sculpture: 1965-2005, 28th June - 26th September 2006, cat. no.96, illustrated (another cast).
Condition
Structurally sound.
There are very minor traces of surface matter, dust and dirt to the crevices, visible upon very close inspection. There is slight paint matter to the nose, and very slight ware to the patina on the nose, but this excepting the work appears in excellent overall condition.
Housed on a low, light wooden plinth, itself housed on a larger green marble base (not shown.)
Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 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."
Catalogue Note
In 1979 Barry Flanagan attended an exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts, London, entitled The Horses of San Marco. Profoundly affected by the monumental equestrian statues on view, he was inspired to create a series of sculptures based on these classical archetypes. Like his bronze hares, Flanagan’s horses are unconcerned with anatomy, and while the present lot conforms to the classical format (a majestic and imposing horse with one hoof raised, centred on pedestal), it is primarily focused on anthropomorphic expression. Flanagan draws out and quirkily combines the horse’s symbolic traits: in its scale and expression it exudes a quiet and reserved majesty, yet the thin elongated body and pose radiate a jaunty playfulness, and the prominent head and curved features recall Chinese horse statuary.