Lot 60
  • 60

Rowan Gillespie

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Rowan Gillespie
  • Age
  • bronze with perspex
  • height (including base): 86cm., 34in.

Provenance

Solomon Gallery, Dublin, where purchased by the family of the present owner circa 1980

Exhibited

Norway, Galleri Cassandra, 1978 (another cast); 
London, Alwin Gallery, 1979 (another cast); 
Holland, Gallerie Husstege, 1981 (another cast); 
Dublin, Lad Lane Gallery, 1982 (another cast)

Condition

Dirt has gathered in some of the crevices and there are some surface scratches to the perspex, otherwise the work appears in good overall condition. Held on a granite base with a small bearing unit underneath in order that it can be rotated.
"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

Executed circa 1978, the present work is from an edition of 9. The old woman sees in her reflection her youthful past, whereas the young woman sees in her reflection the inevitable ageing of her future.