Lot 52
  • 52

HENRY MOORE, O.M., C.H. | Stringed Object

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description

  • Moore
  • Stringed Object
  • polished and patinated bronze with stringing
  • length: 7cm., 2¾in.
  • Conceived in 1938, the present work is number 9 from the edition of 9.

Provenance

Acquired directly from the Artist by the previous owner
Christie's New York, 16 May 1985, lot 404

Literature

David Sylvester, Henry Moore, Complete Sculpture 1921-48, vol. 1, London, 1990, cat. no.187, p.12, illustrated p.14 (another cast)

Condition

The work appears structurally sound and in good overall condition. The string second from left is broken, resulting in a lack of tension to the front. This break to the string is visible to the reverse of the sculpture. Elsewhere there is surface dirt to the polished surface and this would benefit from repolishing. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
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Catalogue Note

Together with a letter between Henry Moore and the original owner of the piece.