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Provenance

The Artist, from whom acquired by G. Atkins, London Sale, Parke-Bernet Galleries, New York, 19th May 1966, lot 18, where acquired by Mr. & Mrs. Donal S. Gilmore Gifted from the above to the present owner

Exhibited

London, Hanover Gallery, Paolozzi Sculpture , 11th November - 31st December 1958, cat. no.24, illustrated (editioned cast); Venice, British Pavilion, XXX Biennale Venice , 1960, cat. no.M (editioned cast). Condition On a base 6 by 8 1/2 by 1 inch high. The bronze is in generally good condition with a golden brown patina and varied minor surface scratches and surface accretions evident throughout. "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 In 1958, the Hanover Gallery commissioned the founder Susse Freres, Paris, to cast Robot in an edition of six, each signed and numbered. There are therefore 6 editioned versions in existence, plus the present work which is unique, and it was these cast editions which were

Catalog summary

Eduardo Paolozzi Robot inscribed with signature bronze height (excluding base): 48.5cm.; 19in. Executed circa 1956, the present work is unique. This cast was loaned to the artist after its completion and original purchase as a model for the purpose of making an edition of seven slightly larger bronzes, which were exhibitied at the Venice Biennale in 1958 and at the Hanover Gallery in London in the same year. Provenance The Artist, from whom acquired by G. Atkins, London Sale, Parke-Bernet Galleries, New York, 19th May 1966, lot 18, where acquired by Mr. & Mrs. Donal S. Gilmore Gifted from the above to the present owner Exhibited London, Hanover Gallery, Paolozzi Sculpture , 11th November - 31st December 1958, cat. no.24, illustrated (editioned cast); Venice, British Pavilion, XXX Biennale Venice , 1960, cat. no.M (editioned cast). Condition On a base 6 by 8 1/2 by 1 inch high. The bronze is in generally good condition with a golden brown patina and varied minor surface scratches and surface accretions evident throughout. "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 In 1958, the Hanover Gallery commissioned the founder Susse Freres, Paris, to cast Robot in an edition of six, each signed and numbered. There are therefore 6 editioned versions in existence, plus the present work which is unique, and it was these cast editions which were exhibited at the Hanover Gallery in London in 1958 and at the Venice Biennale in 1960. We are grateful to Robin Spencer for his kind assistance in cataloguing the present work.