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MICHAEL AYRTON | Through the Blade
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Michael Ayrton
- Through the Blade
- numbered 4/9 on the base
- bronze
- height: 37.5cm.; 14¾in.
- Conceived in 1967, the present work is number 4 from the edition of 9.
Provenance
Elizabeth Ayrton, from whom acquired by the present owner circa 1977
Literature
Peter Cannon-Brookes, Michael Ayrton: An Illustrated Commentary, The Publications Unit, Birmingham, 1978, p.113.
Condition
The work is affixed to an integral bronze base with two screws. The sculpture appears sound. There is one possible casting imperfection to the right side of the sculpture, near the base of the figure. There are small isolated areas of oxidisation including to the left of the figure's proper right knee, to his left shoulder, and to his left foot, with possible other instances. There are possible areas of rubbing to protruding elements including to his head, shoulders and hands, and to the area immediately above the base of the figure, with possible other instances.There is some casting residue and dirt to pitted surfaces, and to recessed and protruding elements. Subject to the above, the work appears to be in very good overall condition. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"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."