Lynn Chadwick
Walking Couple II
conceived in 1987
number 8 from an edition of 9
bronze
stamped with the artist's monogram and with the foundry mark PE and numbered C60 8/9
17 ¾ x 13 ½ x 12 ¼ in. (45.1 x 34.3 x 31.1 cm)
Black brown patina. Light surface dust and accretions to crevices, most notably to the inner sides of the capes and to the underside of the bronze. Light rubbing to extremities. One quarter-inch nick to the patina on the proper left side of the female figure's skirt. The work is in good condition.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Osborne Samuel, London
Acquired from the above, 2008
Dennis Farr and Eva Chadwick, Lynn Chadwick: Sculptor, With a Complete Illustrated Catalogue 1947-1988, Oxford, 1990, p. 331, no. C60 (for an illustration of another cast)
Dennis Farr and Eva Chadwick, Lynn Chadwick: Sculptor, With a Complete Illustrated Catalogue 1947-1996, Oxford, 1997, p. 366, no. C60 (for an illustration of another cast)
Dennis Farr and Eva Chadwick, Lynn Chadwick: Sculptor, With a Complete Illustrated Catalogue 1947-2005, Aldershot, 2006, p. 374, no. C60 (for an illustration of another cast)
Dennis Farr and Eva Chadwick, Lynn Chadwick: Sculptor, With a Complete Illustrated Catalogue 1947-2005, Farnham, 2014, p. 372, no. C60 (for an illustration of another cast)