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ROBERT CLATWORTHY | Crouching Cat
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Robert Clatworthy
- Crouching Cat
- bronze
- height: 39cm.; 15½in.
- Conceived in 1954, the present work is number 1 from an intended edition of 8, of which only the present work was cast.
Provenance
Hanover Gallery, London, where acquired by a Private Collector, U.K. in 1954
Keith Chapman Modern Sculpture, London, where acquired by the previous owner
Their sale, Christie's South Kensington, 17th December 2008, lot 88, where acquired by the present owner
Keith Chapman Modern Sculpture, London, where acquired by the previous owner
Their sale, Christie's South Kensington, 17th December 2008, lot 88, where acquired by the present owner
Condition
The sculpture appears to be sound. There are some minor casting imperfections and tiny instances of pitting to the surface. There is surface dirt to the crevices throughout. This excepting the work appears to be in very good overall condition. The work is attached to a wooden 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."