Lot 137
  • 137

Cecil de Blaquiere Howard

Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description

  • Cecil de Blaquiere Howard
  • Finish of crotch-hold and throw, circa 1930
  • signed: HOWARD
  • gilt bronze, on a black marble base

Exhibited

New York, Carroll Carstairs Gallery, Sport in miniature sculpture by Cecil Howard, 17 November-1 December 1936

Condition

Overall the condition of the bronze is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface, consistent with age. There is some very minor pitting to the surface, in particular to the terrasse. Minor tarnishing in the crevices. There is particular dirt to the terrasse. There is minor veining to the black marble base, consistent with the material.
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