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ANTON VAN WOUW | The Accused
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- The Accused
- signed: A VAN WouW / Joh_burg S.A and inscribed: FouNDRY - G. MASSA - ROMA
- bronze, mid-brown patina
- 31cm., 12 1/4 in.
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is good with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There are a few minor drops of glue including on the proper left side of the chest. There are a few minor spots of greening and dirt including to the proper right side of the face and neck. There is a scratch to the base at the front on the left side.There are a few very minor pits to the surface.
"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
RELATED LITERATURE
M. J. Cohen, Anton van Wouw: Sculptor of South African Life, Johannesburg, 1938, pp. 35-36
M. J. Cohen, Anton van Wouw: Sculptor of South African Life, Johannesburg, 1938, pp. 35-36