Reg Butler
Tcheekle - The Tower that Grows in the Night
Property from an Important London Private Collection
Reg Butler
1913 - 1981
Tcheekle - The Tower that Grows in the Night
signed with monogram, numbered 1/8 and stamped with foundry mark (on the base)
bronze
height (including base): 33cm.; 13in.
width: 37cm.; 14½in.; depth: 32cm.; 12½in.
Conceived in 1962, the present work is number 1 from the edition of 8.
The sculpture appears sound. The sculpture appears to be in very good overall condition. Some light rubbing to corners, especially to the upper edge, and some spots of oxidation to the base of the tower. Surface dirt to creviced areas. Held on an integral bronze base.
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