LESLIE THORNTON | ARGOSY

LESLIE THORNTON
1925-2016
ARGOSY

the larger piece stamped with signature, stamped with date 1970 and numbered G7; the smaller piece stamped with initials, dated 69 and numbered G
acrylic and aluminium
height: 66cm.; 26in.
Executed in 1969/70.

Condition Report:
The sculpture consists of two part painted aluminium elements. Both pieces appear stable. There are a few minor nicks and chips to protruding edges, with a few flecks of associated paint loss in places. There are a few light scruffs and scratches to both elements in places, particularly to one side of the large element towards the base. There are a small number of tiny scratches to the paint in places. There are a small number of tiny accretions and instances of surface matter and light surface dirt in places. This excepting, the work appears to be in very good overall condition.

The work is freestanding.

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Provenance:
Sale, Los Angeles Modern Auctions, 30th September 2018, lot 43, where acquired by the present owner