Michael Ayrton
Invader
Lot #106 |
2010-05-26 |
Sotheby's, London
20th Century British Art
Category:
Sculpture
Estimate:
GBP 6,000 - 8,000 (currency of sale)
USD 9,276 - 12,368 (approx.)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: L10141
Auction name: 20th Century British Art
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: London
Start date: 2010-05-26
Currency: GBP
Source:
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Lot Description
Details
Genre: Contemporary Art
Department: Sculpture & 3D Art
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Dimensions: height (including base): 42.5cm.; 16Ā¾in.
Item measurements:
Height In Centimeters:
42.5
Height In Inches:
16.734
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Edition: 6/12
Provenance
Sale, Christie's, South Kensington, 6th September 2000, lot 121, whence acquired by the present owner Condition Dirt has gathered in some of the crevices but the sculpture is in good overall 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 Conceived in 1972 and cast in an edition of twelve.
Catalog summary
Michael Ayrton Invader signed and numbered 6/12 bronze with a brown patina height (including base): 42.5cm.; 16Ā¾in. Provenance Sale, Christie's, South Kensington, 6th September 2000, lot 121, whence acquired by the present owner Condition Dirt has gathered in some of the crevices but the sculpture is in good overall 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 Conceived in 1972 and cast in an edition of twelve.