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Click here to subscribeΦ Jan & Joël Martel (1896-1966), afterAccordion Playerpatinated bronze terracotta sculptureunsigned, chips to base37.5cm. highLiteratureJ.J. Martel sculpteurs, Gallimard/Electa, page 24 for a comparable sculpture illustrated. Catalogue notes The twins Jan and Joël Martel, born March 5, 1896 in Nantes and died respectively on March 16 and September 25, 1966.
Lynn Chadwick R.A. (British, 1914-2003) Bronze Miniature winged figure group (from the Group of Miniature Figures, 1976) 5.6cm high From a group of twenty miniature figures conceived and cast at Lypiatt Foundry in 1976, from an edition of 30. Provenance Exhibited, probably in Cork Street, London, circa 1999-2000. The present owner worked for Lynn Chadwick during 1998-2000 and was presented this sculpture by the artist on their birthday. Condition ReportSome pitting and some white marks are visible (see additional catalogue photos).
Comprising a gilt bronze standing votive, a miniature stylized pottery figural sculpture, and a pottery and possibly bone figure of a standing beast.(Height of largest 4 inches)No condition report? Click below to request one. *Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact and Doyle New York shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. Please contact the specialist department to request further information or additional images that may be available.Request a condition report
THREE LARGE FISH SCULPTURES, comprising a bronze double tarpon fish sculpture by SPI Gallery, mounted on a branch, finished with a green marble base, the bronze has an antique look finish, height 40cm, makers label on the base, a David Hughes bronze large pike, with a captured fish, over rock and reed base, individual makers mark and signed David Hughes No.22, LE29 carved into the model near the base, mounted on a light wood plinth, length approximately 63cm (one reed has detached but is present, some details on the fins are a little rubbed, and the wooden plinth could use some attention), a carved wooden pike, mounted on a wood log, carved scale detail and naturalistically hand painted, length approximately 112cm, the back of the sculpture is flat, possibly could be wall mounted or from a display (3) (Condition Report: overall all items are in fair condition, see main description for specific item damage)
A finely detailed bronze lizard sculpture mounted on a polished marble base. The lizard is depicted in a lifelike pose, with textured scales and expressive facial features, highlighting the craftsmanship of the piece. The marble base has a striking veined pattern, complementing the bronze's patina. The bottom of the base is lined with black felt for surface protection. This decorative piece exudes a naturalistic aesthetic, making it an excellent addition to any collection or interior display.Issued: 21st centuryDimensions: 10.5"LCondition: Age related wear.
Exquisite bronze dragon fish sculpture featuring intricate detailing. This piece combines a fish's scaled body with the mythical dragon's head, showcasing sharp textures and striking golden highlights on the head and horns. Measuring 3.5 inches in height, this unique creation exhibits remarkable craftsmanship and artistry, capturing both elegance and mythological symbolism. Ideal for collectors of bronze art or Asian-inspired decor.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 3.5"HCondition: Age related wear.
Standing 16"H, this finely crafted bronze sculpture depicts a proud musketeer leaning on his rifle, showcasing exquisite detail in his attire and confident stance. The piece is mounted on a circular base and reflects the artistic charm of period bronze castings. It remains unsigned and features a dark patina that enhances its vintage appeal. Perfect for collectors of historical or decorative bronze works. Dimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear.
A finely crafted bronze figurine depicting Sage Patanjali, a revered figure in Hindu tradition, seated in a meditative pose with a multi-hooded serpent canopy. This intricate sculpture symbolizes wisdom, protection, and spiritual enlightenment. The figure showcases exquisite detailing in its adornments, facial features, and coiled serpent base, emphasizing traditional Indian craftsmanship. With an aged patina enhancing its character, this collectible piece is ideal for spiritual decor or as a representation of yoga philosophy and Hindu mythology.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 7.25"HCondition: Age related wear.
Finely crafted antique bronze sculpture depicting a musketeer in 17th-century attire. The figure is dressed in a detailed buttoned tunic, billowy trousers, knee-high boots, and a plumed hat. He carries a musket in one hand while his other hand is slightly extended, adding a sense of movement and elegance to the composition. The intricate detailing of the clothing and facial features showcases the skill of the sculptor. The sculpture stands on a round bronze base, exhibiting a dark patina consistent with age.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 16"HCondition: Age related wear. Broken dagger and musket.
This striking Swarovski Soulmates Panther Moroda figurine embodies power, elegance, and dynamic movement. Crafted from Moroda crystal, it radiates a stunning gradient of metallic blue, bronze, and brown-black tones, reflecting the natural coloration of a panther. The intricate faceted design enhances its lifelike presence, making it a captivating display piece. Mounted on a black spot granite base with a protective felt layer underneath, this exquisite sculpture ensures both stability and sophistication. Comes complete with its original packaging, a cleaning cloth, and gloves.Artist: Heinz TabertshoferIssued: 2011-2013Dimensions: 6.5"HCountry of Origin: AustriaCondition: Age related wear.
Escalera Hombre III is a remarkable patinated bronze sculpture by renowned Spanish artist Aurora Canero Lopez. Known for her exploration of existential themes, Canero captures the human quest for meaning and purpose through fantastical and surreal scenarios. In this piece, a solitary figure is perched precariously on a stepped pedestal, exuding a sense of calm reflection amidst the uncertainty-a metaphor for the perpetual search for life's deeper truths. Incised signature, date and edition number on right hip: A. Canero 96, 16/25. Stamped with foundry mark on lower left foot. Bronze dimensions: 6"L x 4.50"W x 17"H. Base size: 15.50"L x 8.75"W x 50.50"H.Artist: Aurora Canero Lopez (Spanish, b. 1940)Issued: 1996Dimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: SpainCondition: Age related wear.
A finely cast gilt bronze statue of Parvati Shakti, the revered Hindu goddess of power, fertility, and devotion. Seated in a graceful yet commanding posture atop an intricately detailed platform, this sculpture captures the divine essence of Parvati with exquisite craftsmanship. The figure is adorned with elaborate jewelry, a beautifully rendered headdress, and finely detailed garments. One leg is elegantly extended while the other is bent, exuding poise and divinity. The base features traditional engravings and ornamental motifs, enhancing the spiritual and artistic significance of the piece.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear.
A finely crafted Chinese silvered bronze sculpture featuring a pair of cranes standing atop a stylized rocky base with swirling cloud motifs. The cranes are depicted in an elegant pose, with one holding a lingzhi fungus in its beak, symbolizing longevity and good fortune. Detailed feather patterns and intricate craftsmanship highlight the piece's artistry. The underside bears a Chinese character seal mark, indicating its maker or origin.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 8"HCountry of Origin: ChinaCondition: Age related wear.
A finely crafted polychrome bronze figurine of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, seated gracefully on a lotus pedestal. This multi-armed depiction showcases Lakshmi holding symbolic attributes of abundance and prosperity. The detailed engravings on her attire and jewelry highlight expert craftsmanship, while the vibrant red and green patina enhances the visual appeal. A striking representation of divine grace and wealth, this collectible bronze sculpture is ideal for spiritual decor or art collections.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 9.25"HCondition: Age related wear.
A striking bronze figurine of Goddess Kali, depicted in her fierce form standing atop Lord Shiva. This intricately detailed sculpture captures Kali’s dynamic posture, holding symbolic weapons and a severed head, representing destruction of evil and ultimate liberation. The craftsmanship showcases ornate adornments, expressive features, and a textured finish. A powerful representation of divine energy, this collectible piece is ideal for devotional spaces or art collections.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 8.25"HCondition: Age related wear.
A striking bronze statue depicting a medieval knight standing in full armor, holding a halberd in one hand while resting it on his shoulder. The figure is dressed in period-accurate attire, including a plumed hat, breastplate, and knee-high boots, capturing the essence of a Renaissance or early Baroque soldier. The piece exhibits a rich patina, enhancing its antique appeal. Mounted on a tiered circular base, this finely crafted sculpture is a commanding decorative piece, suitable for collectors of historical or military-themed art.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 20.5"HCondition: Age related wear.
This finely detailed bronze statue depicts Ganesha, the revered Hindu deity of wisdom, prosperity, and remover of obstacles. The figure is adorned with intricate jewelry and garments, seated in a relaxed yet authoritative posture. With multiple arms holding symbolic items, including the modak (sweet) and conch, this statue embodies spiritual significance. The dark patina is contrasted with gold accents, highlighting the depth of craftsmanship. Resting on a decorative base with traditional motifs, this sculpture is a striking representation of Hindu artistry and devotion.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 5.5"HCondition: Age related wear.
A finely crafted bronze figurine of Krishna, depicted in a graceful stance playing the flute. This intricately detailed sculpture captures the divine charm of Krishna with ornate jewelry, flowing garments, and a peacock feather crown. The aged patina enhances its artistic and spiritual appeal, while the dynamic posture reflects traditional Indian craftsmanship. A collectible piece ideal for devotional display or art collections.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 11.25"HCondition: Age related wear.
Exquisite bronze sculpture of Nataraja, the dancing form of Lord Shiva, symbolizing the cosmic cycles of creation and destruction. This finely detailed statue features Shiva in a dynamic pose, encircled by a flame aureole, representing the continuous motion of the universe. With one foot raised and the other stepping upon the dwarf Apasmara, symbolizing ignorance, the piece embodies spiritual awakening. The sculpture showcases vibrant green and red patina accents, enhancing the intricate detailing of Shiva's flowing garments and expressive gestures.Dimensions: 15.5"HCountry of Origin: IndiaCondition: Age related wear.
A finely detailed bronze sculpture of a dragon turtle, a mythical creature symbolizing strength, prosperity, and protection in Chinese culture. The figure is intricately designed with a dragon's fierce head, a turtle's sturdy shell, and a flowing, scaled tail. The back of the turtle features a vertical sword holder adorned with geometric and floral motifs, making it both a decorative and functional piece. The surface has an aged patina, enhancing its antique appeal.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 5"HCondition: Age related wear.
Attributed to Lord Frederic Leighton, 1st Baron Leighton PRA, RWS, (British, 1830-1896) - 19th century patinated bronze maquette, 'An Athlete Wrestling A Python', the figure on naturalistic rectangular base with one projecting front corner, unsigned, brown patina, 24cm high Private collection, Bristol. For a similar plaster maquette of this 1874 version with matching projecting base, see https://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O72873/athlete-struggling-with-a-python-statuette-leighton-frederic-lord/ where stated:"This is the reduced preliminary cast for Leighton's full-size bronze called Athlete Struggling with a Python in Tate Britain, London. The original clay model from which this plaster was cast was handed by Leighton to another leading painter and sculptor, G. F. Watts, who arranged for it to be cast. The model has since disappeared." For a matching bronze donated in 1941, see National Museum of Wales, NMW A 188: https://museum.wales/collections/online/object/a2f0ca17-18a0-3e02-b2bc-90eff153a16b/Athlete-struggling-with-a-python/?index=3 The finished (1877) bronze features a rectangular base without projecting corner, thus our example is likely based on the 1874 version.. Whilst Leighton had already achieved fame in the field of painting, his success in sculptural terms began in 1877 with the debut of 'Athlete Wrestling with a Python' at the Royal Academy. At the time of exhibition, it was also alternatively known to reviewers as 'An Athlete Strangling a Python' and 'An Athlete Struggling with a Python'. Acclaimed by both critics and the public, it led Leighton to be proclaimed as 'the father of the English New Sculpture movement'. From contemporary interviews which Leighton made with the Studio magazine in the early 1890's, he originally modelled the piece, using the professional sitter, Angelo Colorosi, as a small-scale clay figure. However, he developed a large-scale bronze, assisted by his protégé, Thomas Brock (1847-1922); the full-size model was first executed in plaster, and then cast in bronze by Cox & Son, before it too was exhibited at the Royal Academy. The sculpture's popularity was confirmed when it was purchased on behalf of the Tate by the Chantrey Bequest, and it won the gold medal at the prestigious Exposition Universelle in Paris the following year. Reductions of the bronze were posthumously published in edition casts of two similar sizes between 1903-1910. The first edition was published by Arthur Collie (of Frome, Somerset). The second edition was published by Ernest Brown and Phillips at the Leicester Galleries. In 1909, The Magazine of Art announced that the Leicester Galleries were to publish Leighton's 'An Athlete Struggling with a Python' in an unspecified limited edition.
* BENNO SCHOTZ RSA (ESTONIAN 1891 - 1984), THE PRINCE OF GOALKEEPERS (JOHN THOMSON OF CELTIC F.C.), CIRCA 1968 bronzed resin 101cm wide Note 1: A bronze of this sculpture is in the collection of Celtic F.C. Note 2: Benno Schotz was born to Jewish parents, Jacob Schotz, a watchmaker, and Cherna Tischa Abramovitch, in Arensburg, Russia (now Kuressaare, Estonia) in 1891. He was educated at the Boys Grammar School of Pärnu, Estonia. Later he studied at the Grossherzogliche Technische Hochschule in Darmstadt, Germany. In 1912, he immigrated to Glasgow, where he gained an engineering diploma from the Royal Technical College and from 1914–23 worked in the drawing office of John Brown and Company, Clydebank shipbuilders while attending evening classes in sculpture at the Glasgow School of Art. Schotz became a full-time sculptor in 1923 and subsequently a member of the Royal Scottish Academy, Head of Sculpture at the Glasgow School of Art (a post he held from 1938 until his retirement in 1961), and later, in 1963, Her Majesty's Sculptor in Ordinary for Scotland. His pupils included Hannah Frank, Paul Zunterstein and Inge King (née Neufeld). His homes at West Campbell Street and later Kirklee Road were a focus for meetings of artists, writers, actors, and politicians. His first solo Glasgow exhibition was at Reid's Gallery in 1926 and his first in London at Alex Reid and Lefevre Ltd (Lefevre Gallery) in 1930. He was also a member of Glasgow Art Club, alongside recently arrived refugee artists Jankel Adler and Josef Herman, for whom he organised local Jewish community support. In 1942 he organised the important 'Jewish Art Exhibition' at the Glasgow Institute as an act of Jewish cultural identity during the Second World War. In 1981 Schotz was made a Freeman of the City of Glasgow and in the same year, Gordon Wright published his autobiography, Bronze in My Blood. During his career, Schotz produced several hundred portraits and compositions including figure compositions, religious sculptures, semi-abstracts and modelled portraits, the majority located in Glasgow and the surrounding area. A major retrospective exhibition of his works was held at the Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh in 1971. He was Life-President of the Royal Glasgow Institute of the Fine Arts as well as Honorary Member of both the Royal British Society of Sculptors and the Royal Institute of Architects in Scotland. His last sculpture was executed less than six weeks before his death, aged 93. He was a committed Zionist and was buried in Jerusalem. His work is represented in numerous UK collections including The National Galleries of Scotland, Edinburgh City Art Centre, The Kelvingrove Art Gallery, Aberdeen Galleries, The Scottish National Portrait Gallery, BBC Scotland, The Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow Museums & Galleries, The Peoples Palace (Glasgow), The Scottish Jewish Archives Centre, Ben Uri Gallery & Museum (London) and the House of Commons (London). His work is also held in various public collections in Israel. Christie's held a major Studio Sale of Benno Schotz's work in Glasgow in 1997. Note 3: John Thomson, The Prince of Goalkeepers, is one of the most important figures in the history of Celtic Football Club. Having signed for the team in 1926 at the age of 17, his natural athleticism and brave spirit ensured he would become a mainstay between the sticks. He helped the team to two Scottish Cups and three Glasgow Cups. He would also represent the national side and national select XI four times apiece. Thomson's name will forever be associated with the tragedy that befell him during an Old Firm clash on the 5th September 1931. The match was played at Ibrox in front of 80,000 fans. Early in the 2nd half, Thomson collided with Rangers player Sam English, whilst both going for the ball. Most people assumed the goalkeeper badly injured as he was stretchered off, Chic Geatons taking his place in goal. Upon being transported to the Victoria Infirmary, Thomson would soon be pronounced dead. The death of a young goalkeeper in his prime shocked the footballing world. Beyond that, the tragic loss of a young man's life, only 22 years of age and recently engaged, still stands as amongst the most profound moments in sporting history. 40,000 people attended the funeral in his home town of Cardenden, including thousands who travelled from Glasgow, many walking the 55 miles to the Fife village.
* BENNO SCHOTZ RSA (ESTONIAN 1891 - 1984), THE GOALKEEPER, 1973 bronzed plaster 59cm high including wooden plinth Exhibited: Edinburgh, Benno Schotz Retrospective, Touring Exhibition, 1971, no. 144. Edinburgh, Royal Scottish Academy, Annual Exhibition, 1973, no. 61. A smaller bronze version of this sculpture was exhibited: Glasgow, Royal Glasgow Institute of Fine Arts, Annual Exhibition, 1968, no. 54. Glasgow, Royal Glasgow Institute of Fine Arts, Annual Exhibition, 1985, no. 20. Note: Benno Schotz was born to Jewish parents, Jacob Schotz, a watchmaker, and Cherna Tischa Abramovitch, in Arensburg, Russia (now Kuressaare, Estonia) in 1891. He was educated at the Boys Grammar School of Pärnu, Estonia. Later he studied at the Grossherzogliche Technische Hochschule in Darmstadt, Germany. In 1912, he immigrated to Glasgow, where he gained an engineering diploma from the Royal Technical College and from 1914–23 worked in the drawing office of John Brown and Company, Clydebank shipbuilders while attending evening classes in sculpture at the Glasgow School of Art. Schotz became a full-time sculptor in 1923 and subsequently a member of the Royal Scottish Academy, Head of Sculpture at the Glasgow School of Art (a post he held from 1938 until his retirement in 1961), and later, in 1963, Her Majesty's Sculptor in Ordinary for Scotland. His pupils included Hannah Frank, Paul Zunterstein and Inge King (née Neufeld). His homes at West Campbell Street and later Kirklee Road were a focus for meetings of artists, writers, actors, and politicians. His first solo Glasgow exhibition was at Reid's Gallery in 1926 and his first in London at Alex Reid and Lefevre Ltd (Lefevre Gallery) in 1930. He was also a member of Glasgow Art Club, alongside recently arrived refugee artists Jankel Adler and Josef Herman, for whom he organised local Jewish community support. In 1942 he organised the important 'Jewish Art Exhibition' at the Glasgow Institute as an act of Jewish cultural identity during the Second World War. In 1981 Schotz was made a Freeman of the City of Glasgow and in the same year, Gordon Wright published his autobiography, Bronze in My Blood. During his career, Schotz produced several hundred portraits and compositions including figure compositions, religious sculptures, semi-abstracts and modelled portraits, the majority located in Glasgow and the surrounding area. A major retrospective exhibition of his works was held at the Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh in 1971. He was Life-President of the Royal Glasgow Institute of the Fine Arts as well as Honorary Member of both the Royal British Society of Sculptors and the Royal Institute of Architects in Scotland. His last sculpture was executed less than six weeks before his death, aged 93. He was a committed Zionist and was buried in Jerusalem. His work is represented in numerous UK collections including The National Galleries of Scotland, Edinburgh City Art Centre, The Kelvingrove Art Gallery, Aberdeen Galleries, The Scottish National Portrait Gallery, BBC Scotland, The Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow Museums & Galleries, The Peoples Palace (Glasgow), The Scottish Jewish Archives Centre, Ben Uri Gallery & Museum (London) and the House of Commons (London). His work is also held in various public collections in Israel. Christie's held a major Studio Sale of Benno Schotz's work in Glasgow in 1997.
* DAME ELISABETH FRINK RA (BRITISH 1930 - 1993), THE GREY RIDER (WISEMAN 39) limited edition lithograph on paper, signed and numbered 130/500framed and under glassimage size 57cm x 77cm, overall size 63cm x 82cm Note: British sculptor and graphic artist. Some of her early work—influenced by Giacometti—was angular and menacing. During the 1960s her figures—typically horses and riders or male nudes—became smoother, but she retained a feeling of the bizarre in the polished goggles that feature particularly in her over-life-size heads. She worked mainly in bronze and had numerous public commissions, for example Horse and Rider (1975) in Piccadilly, London, made for Trafalgar House Investments Ltd. Later in her career she also did numerous portrait busts of distinguished sitters. In addition to sculpture she made prints and drawings.Condition is good overall, with no visible or known issues.
* ALEXANDER GOUDIE RP RGI (SCOTTISH 1933 - 2004), THE LOVERS bronze sculpture on marble base, signed42cm high (including base), 31cm wideNote: Alexander Goudie was born in 1933 at Paisley and, as a child, showed prodigious talent for drawing. He studied at Glasgow School of Art when William Armour was head of drawing and painting and David Donaldson was the ubiquitous influence. Goudie, as a student at Glasgow, demonstrated his extraordinary ability. He received the Somerville Shanks Prize for Composition and, later, his draughtsmanship and sense of colour was recognized with the award of the Newbery Medal. As a young artist he grew up admiring three great masters, Sir John Lavery, George Henry and James Guthrie; all artists who had bridged the gap between Glasgow and Paris. It was these artists’ glorious virtuoso control of oil paint that appealed to Goudie, as well as their genre and realist subject-matter. Alexander Goudie was elected a member of the Glasgow Art Club in 1956 and a member of the Royal Society of Portrait Painters in 1970. He painted a portrait of the Queen for the Caledonian Club, London (1992/93), and exhibited widely, showing at Harari and Johns, in London, the Fine Art Society, Glasgow, and the Musee de la Faience, in Quimper. Sir Timothy Clifford, former Director of the National Galleries of Scotland, wrote: ''At his best, Goudie could draw better than any of his rivals in Scotland. There was magic and vision in his art and, I expect, history will be kind to him.'' Collections: 79 of Goudie's paintings are held in UK public collections including at Glasgow Museums & Galleries, The Hunterian, Rozelle House Galleries, Paisley Museum & Art Galleries and The Fleming Collection (London). Numerous prestigious corporate collections in the UK and France and in private collections around the world.
The Beatles: John Somerville (British,1951-) ‘John Lennon’, limited edition sculpture - head and shoulders portrait bust wearing a pair of detachable thin wire spectacles in the Windsor glasses style, modelled and cast by the artist in cold cast metals, bronze resin, signed J. Somerville to lower edge of bronze, this sculpture is number 8 in an edition of 250, mounted on a wooden plinth of oak, 26 x 36 x 24cm, with base H57cm, W36cm, D24cm; with an accompanying certificate (2)
λ CHRISTIAN LYMANN HANSEN (DANISH 1927-2004) CONSTRUCTION Bronze in two parts Both parts marked 540 and 2 10 x 20cm (3¾ x 7¾ in.)Provenance: Private Collection, Wiltshire Condition Report: The base with surface scratches throughout, the sculpture itself is not attached to the base with surface dirt throughout and some evidence of old stickers/labels attached to the underside. There are a small number of green and white patches, evidence of oxidisation. Otherwise, the work appears to be in good original condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
λ SIR JACOB EPSTEIN (BRITISH 1880-1959) FOURTH PORTRAIT OF PEGGY JEAN (ASLEEP) Bronze with a green patina Signed (to left shoulder) Height: 26cm (10in.) Conceived in 1920. Provenance: From a Private Collection Literature: Hubert Wellington, Jacob Epstein, London, 1925,p. 25, pl. 17 Jacob Epstein, Let There Be Sculpture, London, 1940, p. 203 (illustration of another cast) Robert Black, The Art of Jacob Epstein, New York and Cleveland, 1942, p. 232, no. 76 Jacob Epstein, Epstein: An Autobiography, London, 1955 (illustration of another cast) Richard Buckle, Jacob Epstein Sculptor, London, 1963, p. 103, pl. 160 Barbara and Edward P. Schinman, Jacob Epstein. A Catalogue of the Collection of Edward P. Schinman, Vancouver, 1970, p. 72 (illustration of another cast) Evelyn Silber, The Sculpture of Epstein, Oxford, 1986, pp. 146-47, no. 110 (illustration of another cast) Condition Report: Light surface dirt throughout, most notable to the crevasses. Otherwise appears to be in good original condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
λ SIR JACOB EPSTEIN (AMERICAN /BRITISH 1880-1959) THIRD PORTRAIT OF JACKIE (RAGGAMUFFIN) Bronze with gold patina Height (excluding base): 22.8cm (8¾in.)Conceived in 1939. Literature: R. D. Black, The Art of Jacob Epstein, New York and Cleveland, 1942, no. 242 R. Buckle, Jacob Epstein Sculptor, London, 1963, p.254, pl. 391 E. and B. Schinman, Jacob Epstein, A Catalogue of the Collection of Edward P. Schinman, Cranbury, 1980, p. 107 (illustration of another cast) Evelyn Silber, The Sculpture of Epstein, with a complete catalogue, Oxford, 1986, p.188, no. 309(illustration of another cast)
λ SIR JACOB EPSTEIN (BRITISH 1880-1959) LITTLE EILEEN Bronze with light green patina Height (excluding base): 28cm (11in.) Conceived in 1927.Provenance: Sale, Sotheby's, London, 9 July 1969, lot 102 Agnew's Gallery, London From a Private Collection Literature: Arnold L. Haskell, The Sculptor Speaks, Jacob Epstein to Arnold Haskell. A Series of Conversations on Art, London, 1931, p. 186 Richard Buckle, Jacob Epstein Sculptor, London, 1963, p. 173, pl. 262 (dates 1930) Evelyn Silber, The Sculpture of Epstein, Oxford, 1986, p. 161, no. 178 (illustration of another cast)Little Eileen was a childhood friend of Peggy Jean, first daughter of Sir Jacob Epstein.
λ FREDERICK EDWARD MCWILLIAM (BRITISH 1909-1992) HORIZONTAL FIGURE II Bronze with brown patina Signed with initials and numbered I/V (on the torso) 22 x 31cm (8½ x 12 in.)Conceived in 1961. Literature: D. Ferran & V. Holman, The Sculpture of F.E. McWilliam, Lund Humphries in association with the Henry Moore Foundation, Farnham, 2012, p. 134, no. 234 (not illustrated) Roland Penrose, McWilliam, Alec Tiranti Ltd., London, 1964, illus. pl. 99,100The present sculpture is from McWilliam's series exploring variations of the reclining figure which led to an exhibition at Waddington Gallery in 1963. Bodies poised in mid motion with the extremities lightly touching the surface on which it is placed juxtaposed with sharp angular lines focusing the viewer on the negative space created by the shapes and the light that shines through. This series of reclining figures evolved into large-scale figures such as Hampstead Figure, 1964 and Puy de Dome Figure, 1962. Roland Penrose published the first monograph on the artist in 1964 and was described by Penrose as 'an inventor of styles.' McWilliam shares the avant-garde platform with Moore and Hepworth, Bryan Robertson, Private View, London: Nelson, 1965, p.97 'We're fiction makers, but the trick is not to go away from this world but to make something just a little bit different. That's where the mystery comes in.' McWilliam in conversation with T.P. Flanagan, 1981 Condition Report: Apart from some light surface dirt, the work appears to be in good original condition. No evidence of any losses or damage.Condition Report Disclaimer
λ SIR JACOB EPSTEIN (AMERICAN /BRITISH 1880-1959) EIGHTH PORTRAIT OF PEGGY JEAN Bronze with gold patina Height (excluding base): 26.5cm (10¼in.) Conceived in 1921. Literature: A. Haskell, The Sculptor Speaks, Jacob Epstein to Arnold Haskell, A Series of Conversations on Art, 1931, p.179 R. D. Black, The Art of Jacob Epstein, New York and Cleveland, 1942, p. 233, no. 90 R. Buckle, Jacob Epstein Sculptor, London, 1963, p.425 Evelyn Silber, The Sculpture of Epstein, with a complete catalogue, Oxford, 1986, p.148, no. 118 (illustration of another cast) Peggy Jean, Epstein's daughter, is shown in the present lot at the age of 2 years and 4 months with curly hair. This 'eighth portrait' was part of a series of works that the artist made of his daughter over a number of years.
λ SIR JACOB EPSTEIN (BRITISH 1880-1959) OLIVE Bronze with a brown patina Height: 35cm (13¾in.) Conceived in 1934. Provenance: From a Private Collection Literature: Richard Buckle, Jacob Epstein Sculptor, London, 1963, p. 214, pl. 329 Barbara and Edward P. Schinman, Jacob Epstein. A Catalogue of the Collection of Edward P. Schinman, Vancouver, 1970, p. 51 (illustration of another cast) Evelyn Silber, The Sculpture of Epstein, Oxford, 1986, p. 177, no. 250 (illustration of another cast) Condition Report: Light surface dirt. In overall good condition. The base has a crack and associated loss to the right edge. A small loss to the back left corner of the base. Condition Report Disclaimer
* 1963 Baskin (Leonard, 1922-2000). Hanged Man, circa 1956, bronze, green and red-brown patina, 18 cm high (7 ins high)QTY: (1)NOTE:Provenance: Given by the artist to Patricia Milne-Henderson (1935-2018); thence by descent.Literature: Irma B. Jaffe, The Sculpture of Leonard Baskin, The Viking Press, New York, 1980, pg. 210.
* Nicolini (Giovanni, 1872-1956) Ebbro (Drunk), bronze sculpture of a nymph and satyr reclining on a rock, signed G. Nicolini, with foundry plaque 'T Laguna / Napoli', 40 cm high, 63 cm wide, 34cm deepQTY: (1)NOTE:Provenance: The artist by descent to his widow, Marcella Colignon-Nicolini; her sale, to Pietro Palmieri, 28 January 1958; by descent to his daughter, Alarico Palmieri; acquired by the present owner in 1999.Giovanni Nicolini (1872-1956) was born in Palermo and studied under the Italian sculptor Vincenzo Ragusa at the Museo Artistico Industriale. Nicolini later moved to Rome to work for the naturalist sculptor Giulio Monteverde (1837-1917), where he won the national prize with his relief of Le Marie al Sepolcro and the sculptures La Meditazione and Il Risveglio. His oeuvre ranges from literary to historical and mythological subjects. He is best known for his sculptures in Rome, such as La Calabria (1907) and Trionfo Politico (1911). Nicolini exhibited a work titled Satiro e Ninfa in San Francisco in 1915, which may refer to the present work. See A. Panzetta, Nuovo Dizionario degli Scultori Italiani dell'Ottocento e del Primo Novecento, volume 2, pp. 651-652.