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Robert Graham
Estimate
90,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description
- Robert Graham
- Spy–Stephanie
- i. Incised with the artist's name R Graham and date 1982 and stamped with the number AP
ii. Incised with the artist's name R Graham and date 1981 and stamped with the number 3/9 - Patinated bronze and gold paint
- i. 71 1/4 by 21 by 54 in.; 181 by 53.3 by 137.2 cm
- ii. 63 by 12 by 12 in.; 160 by 30.5 by 30.5 cm
- i. Conceived and cast in 1981-1982, this work is from an edition of 9 plus 1 artist's proof. ii. Conceived and cast in 1981, this work is from an edition of 9.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by A. Alfred Taubman in 1981-1982
Exhibited
Frankfurt, Galerie Neuendorf, Robert Graham: Statues, September - November 1990, no. 56, illustrated in color p. 64 (another example exhibited)
Literature
Carter Ratcliff, "Architectural Digest Visits Andy Williams," Architectural Digest, illustrated in color p. 43 and on the cover (illustration of another cast)
Condition
Spy: This work is in very good and sound condition overall. There is light evidence of pitting. There are variations in tone to the patina, likely a result of the work being placed outdoors. Two distinct green spot accretions are visible on the horses backside. A light dust has accumulated in the horses nostrils. Under close inspection, light and unobtrusive abrasions are visible on the base.
Stephanie: This work is in good and sound condition overall. Under close inspection, bronze casting seams are visible along the figures waist and have opened slightly, but are not harmful to the work. The backside of the figures right shin has oxidized slightly where a bronze casting seam is visible. The figures right eyelid seems to have fallen off, leaving very a minor trace of glue residue visible only under close inspection and under raking light. Under close inspection, drip accretions and faint, unobtrusive abrasions are visible on the black base.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.