Cecil de Blaquiere Howard

Overall the condition of the bronze is very good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is minor pitting to the bronze, consistent with the bronze casting technique. There are a few small original plugs including in the proper right hip. There are minor fissures to the terrasse in particular at front right corner. The patina is darker to the crevices.
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This fine bronze is one of three executed from an edition of four. An edition at the reduced size of 24cm was also made, with three casts executed.