Robert Persey
canto
Lot #138 |
2007-11-06 |
Sotheby's, London
20th Century British Art
Category:
Sculpture
Estimate:
GBP 6,000 - 8,000 (currency of sale)
USD 12,012 - 16,016 (approx.)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: L07722
Auction name: 20th Century British Art
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: London
Start date: 2007-11-06
Currency: GBP
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Sculpture & 3D Art
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Dimensions: Height (including base) 150cm.; 59in.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
150
Height In Inches:
59
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Edition: 1/3
Exhibited
Churt, Surrey, The Pride of the Valley Sculpture Park
Literature
Vivian Knight, Alan Gouk, Have you Seen Sculpture from the Body? , Tate Galllery, 1984, p.46, illustrated. Condition There are discoloured spots to the upper left and right sections. There are white flecks and dirt trapped within the crevasses. The base has been scuffed. "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." Catalogue Note Executed in 1983.
Catalog summary
Robert Persey canto signed with monogram and numbered 1/3 bronze Height (including base) 150cm.; 59in. Exhibited Churt, Surrey, The Pride of the Valley Sculpture Park Literature Vivian Knight, Alan Gouk, Have you Seen Sculpture from the Body? , Tate Galllery, 1984, p.46, illustrated. Condition There are discoloured spots to the upper left and right sections. There are white flecks and dirt trapped within the crevasses. The base has been scuffed. "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." Catalogue Note Executed in 1983.