Robert Adams
marble 2
Lot #200 |
2008-07-15 |
Sotheby's, London
20th Century British Art
Category:
Sculpture
Estimate:
GBP 3,000 - 5,000 (currency of sale)
USD 6,030 - 10,050 (approx.)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: L08141
Auction name: 20th Century British Art
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: London
Start date: 2008-07-15
Currency: GBP
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Sculpture
Department: Sculpture & 3D Art
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Dimensions: height: 15cm.; 6in.; width: 7.5cm.; 3in.; breadth: 2.5cm.; 1in.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
15
Width In Centimeters:
7.5
Depth In Centimeters:
2.5
Height In Inches:
5.905
Width In Inches:
2.953
Depth In Inches:
0.984
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Provenance
Gimpel Fils, London Private Collection, London
Literature
Alastair Grieve, The Sculpture of Robert Adams , Hampshire, 1992, no.578, p.228, illustrated p.229. Condition There are some traces of dirt and surface matter on the sculpture but it is in overall good condition.<br><br>Please telephone the department on 020 7293 5381 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." Catalogue Note Executed in 1970 (Opus 314).
Catalog summary
Robert Adams marble 2 carved with signature marble with lead inlays height: 15cm.; 6in.; width: 7.5cm.; 3in.; breadth: 2.5cm.; 1in. Provenance Gimpel Fils, London Private Collection, London Literature Alastair Grieve, The Sculpture of Robert Adams , Hampshire, 1992, no.578, p.228, illustrated p.229. Condition There are some traces of dirt and surface matter on the sculpture but it is in overall good condition.<br><br>Please telephone the department on 020 7293 5381 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." Catalogue Note Executed in 1970 (Opus 314).