ERIC GILL, A.R.A. | ENGRAVED WOOD BLOCK FOR THE CANTERBURY TALES ('W')
ERIC GILL, A.R.A.
1882-1940
ENGRAVED WOOD BLOCK FOR THE CANTERBURY TALES ('W')
signed with initials and numbered 300 on the reverse, unsigned in the block
engraved wood block with gesso
21 by 13 by 4.5cm.; 8¼ by 5¼ by 1¾in.
Executed circa 1929.
Condition Report:
The sculpture appears to be sound. There are a small number of historic cracks, some of which run all the way through the work and have been restored. One or two areas of the gesso ground are lifting and there are some instances of loss, including to one of the figure's legs. There are some tiny nicks and chips to the extreme edges of the work. There is some light surface dirt and some handling marks throughout.
The work is held on a wooden base.
Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 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.
Provenance:
Sophie Schneideman Rare Books & Prints, London
Felix Dennis, London
Sale, Sotheby's London, 9th December 2014, lot 184, where acquired by the present owner
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ERIC GILL, A.R.A.
1882-1940
ENGRAVED WOOD BLOCK FOR THE CANTERBURY TALES ('W')
signed with initials and numbered 300 on the reverse, unsigned in the block
engraved wood block with gesso
21 by 13 by 4.5cm.; 8¼ by 5¼ by 1¾in.
Executed circa 1929.
Condition Report:
The sculpture appears to be sound. There are a small number of historic cracks, some of which run all the way through the work and have been restored. One or two areas of the gesso ground are lifting and there are some instances of loss, including to one of the figure's legs. There are some tiny nicks and chips to the extreme edges of the work. There is some light surface dirt and some handling marks throughout.
The work is held on a wooden base.
Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 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.
Provenance:
Sophie Schneideman Rare Books & Prints, London
Felix Dennis, London
Sale, Sotheby's London, 9th December 2014, lot 184, where acquired by the present owner
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