Lynn Chadwick
Pair of Sitting Figures III
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The Eph & Shirley Diamond Collection of Palm Beach
Lynn Chadwick
1914 - 2003
Pair of Sitting Figures III
male: stamped with artist's monogram and signature, dated 72 and numbered 656 M 1/6
female: stamped with artist's signature, dated 72 and numbered 656 F 1/6
bronze
each: 20½ in.
52 cm.
Conceived in 1973; this example executed in 1973 as number 1 in an edition of 6.
Sarah and Daniel Chadwick have kindly confirmed that this cast is recorded in the artist’s archives.
Dark brown matte patina. Dust and oxidation in the deepest crevices. An uneven patina on the backs of both of the figures. Two losses to the patina on the back of the arm of the female figure. Two accretions on the proper right leg of the male figure. These works are in overall very 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.
Acquired from the above in 1973 by the present owner
Dennis Farr and Eva Chadwick, Lynn Chadwick, Sculptor, With a Complete Illustrated Catalogue 1947-1996, Stroud, 1997, no. 656, p. 280-81, illustration of another cast
Dennis Farr and Eva Chadwick, Lynn Chadwick, Sculptor, With a Complete Illustrated Catalogue 1947-2005, Aldershot, 2006, no. 656, p. 322, illustration of another cast
Dennis Farr and Eva Chadwick, Lynn Chadwick, Sculptor, With a Complete Illustrated Catalogue 1947-2005, Farnham, 2014, no. 656, p. 288-89, illustration of another cast