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JOHN ERSKINE MILNE | Cyrus
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- John Erskine Milne
- Cyrus
- signed, dated 1972 and numbered 8/9 on the underside of the base
- polished bronze
- height (including base): 17cm.; 6¾in.
- Conceived in 1972, the present work is number 8 from the edition of 9.
Provenance
Alwin Gallery, London, where acquired by the late owner, May 1980
Exhibited
London, Marjorie Parr Gallery, John Milne: Sculpture and Drawings, 7th - 29th April 1972, cat. no.112, illustrated (another cast);
London, Alwin Gallery, 1980 (this cast) (details untraced).
London, Alwin Gallery, 1980 (this cast) (details untraced).
Literature
J.P. Hodin, John Milne: Sculptor Life and Work, Latimer New Dimensions Limited, London, 1977, cat. no.29, illustrated (another cast);
Peter Davies, The Sculpture of John Milne, Belgrave Gallery, London, 2000, cat. no.112, illustrated p.81 (another cast).
Peter Davies, The Sculpture of John Milne, Belgrave Gallery, London, 2000, cat. no.112, illustrated p.81 (another cast).
Condition
The sculpture appears sound. There is a circular inconsistency to the surface at the back left of the uppermost plane, and a few pits elsewhere and very minor surface scratches. There are handling marks to the work, primarily to the back and sides. There is minor oxidisation to recessed elements and remnants of casting residue to the back of the sculpture at the base. There is some dirt to the work. This excepting, the work appears in good condition. The work would benefit from a polish. The work is attached to the Artist's stone base. 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."