James Butler - MBE RA (1931-2022) - Large bronze of St Peter & St Paul cast for York Minster. St Peter holding keys in one hand and a Church in the other, and St Paul holding a sword and book. 56cms high.This sculpture was a limited edition and was cast for York Minster in 1988. Following the fire in 1984, this sculpture was designed as a roof boss for the lantern tower as part of the repairs.*Artist Resale Rights may apply to this lot.
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Kees Verkade (1941-2020) Dutch, an impressive bronze sculpture of two female acrobats in movement, displayed on a bespoke perspex stand, signed to the leg of the upper figure and numbered 9/9, 50 cm high x 31 cm wide.Private collection, purchased by the vendor from a North London gallery some years ago. No certificate or receipt present.Good condition overall, with light surface scratches to the perspex stand. No apparent damage or repair
Ca. 400-500 AD (or later).A bronze statue of Buddha is a remarkable representation of the enlightened figure in a solid metal form. Standing with his right hand raised in the abhayamudra, a gesture of fearlessness and protection, this statue exudes a sense of tranquility and compassion. The Buddha's attire includes the sanghati, a monastic robe that drapes gracefully around his body, revealing the soft contours and fleshy forms beneath. The intricate cascading drapery of his garment adds a sense of fluidity and movement to the sculpture, enhancing its visual appeal. The face of the Buddha is finely cast, capturing delicate features that convey a sense of serenity and wisdom. Full lips and heavy-lidded eyes, accentuated by gentle eyebrows, create an expression of calm and introspection. The pendulous earlobes, symbolic of the Buddha's renunciation of worldly attachments, are meticulously crafted, drawing attention to the spiritual significance of the figure. The hair, arranged in tight curls over the ushnisha, a cranial protuberance symbolizing enlightenment, further emphasizes the divine nature of the Buddha. An important aspect of the Buddha's appearance is the presence of a dot between the eyebrows, known as the urna. This auspicious mark signifies the Buddha's heightened perception and inner vision. It serves as a reminder of his deep spiritual insight and the ability to perceive truths beyond the ordinary realm. The Gandharan bronze statue of Buddha not only exemplifies the artistic skill of the Gandhara region but also reflects the religious and cultural significance of Buddhism during that period. These statues were revered as objects of devotion and used as focal points for meditation and contemplation. As physical representations of the enlightened one, they served as reminders of the path to enlightenment and sources of inspiration for practitioners. For a similar, see The British Museum, Registration number 1958,0714.1. This item comes with a custom-made stand. Size: L:310mm / W:120mm ; 2.27kg Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s in France; previously in 1970s European collection.
Ca. 1600-1700 AD or later.The bronze statue portrays the resplendent figure of Tara, a revered deity in Buddhist traditions. Tara is a symbol of compassion and represents the divine feminine energy that nurtures and protects all beings. Standing with a slight flexion in her left knee, this depiction of Tara conveys a sense of grace and eternal youthfulness. A prominent element of the sculpture is the lotus that blossoms from Tara's shoulder. The lotus, an emblem of purity and enlightenment, serves as a reminder of Tara's role in guiding individuals on the path of spiritual growth and awakening. Its presence reinforces the symbolism of Tara as a compassionate guide who leads devotees towards liberation and the realization of their inner potential. The statue's intricate facial features command attention and admiration. The artist has skillfully captured the delicate contours of Tara's face, accentuating her eyes, which gaze with serene compassion, and her slender eyebrows that contribute to her expression of wisdom and kindness. The elaborate crown adorning her head signifies her status as a deity and symbolizes her transcendent nature. What captivates the viewer most is Tara's enigmatic smile. It is a smile that radiates tranquility and a deep understanding of the human condition, inviting contemplation and evoking a sense of wonder and reverence. The smile serves as a reminder of Tara's unwavering support and guidance, offering solace and encouragement to those who seek her blessings. This item comes with a custom-made stand. Size: L:305mm / W:125mm ; 1.37kg Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s in France; previously in 1970s European collection.
DALÍ, SALVADOR, (1904 - 1989), ELEKTRIFIZIERTE SKULPTUR (LIMITIERT) „Die surrealistischen Augen“, 1980, Bronze mit Silberauflage, 27 beleuchtete Kunststoffaugen, verso Gießerstempel „Venturi Arte“, die Exemplarnummer „234/999“ und der Namensschriftzug Dalis, seitlich der Editionsstempel "TE", Copyright-Zeichen sowie gestempelte Datierung und Bezeichnung "DALART N.V.". HxBxT (ohne Sockel): 35/28/12,5 cm. Leichte Altersspuren, funktionstüchtig.| DALÍ, SALVADOR, (1904 - 1989), ELECTRIFIED SCULPTURE (LIMITED) "The Surrealist Eyes". 1980, bronze with silver plating, 27 illuminated plastic eyes, on the verso foundry stamp "Venturi Arte", the copy number "234/999" and Dali's name inscription, on the side the edition stamp "TE", the copyright sign as well as with the stamped date and the inscription "DALART N.V.". HxWxD (without base): 35/28/12.5 cm. Slight signs of age, functional.
VINCENT BUTLER RSA (SCOTTISH, 1933-), BRONZE SCULPTURE OF A WOMAN 1980 modelled kneeling, on oblong base, signed, dated and numbered 1/8 to base24cm high, 38cm long, 20cm wideIn overall good condition. General wear and dents consistent with age. Small yellow spots to section of hair. Additional images now available.
Emile Henry Laporte (1858-1907) bronze sculpture, circa 1890 'La Defense du Foyer', approx 39 cms h, young masculine figure dressed in sheep skin with his foot resting on a broken plough, supported on a naturalistic square plinth, original patination. Note: purchased from Trinity House Broadway, Worcestershire.
David Goode (British, b. 1966). Large bronze sculpture titled "Snail Maker" depicting a goblin-like creature with a bag of snails slung over its shoulder, 1995. The snail maker extends its hand forward with a snail placed in the center of its palm, about to let it loose in the garden of its choosing. With a variegated green patination throughout and a concrete base. From an edition of 50. Signed and dated along the bronze base.Provenance: The Magic Planter Sausalito Garden Art Gallery, April 2, 2003; Private South Dakota collection.Without the base, height: 32 in x width: 19 in x depth: 21 in. Base; diameter: 19 in.Condition: Uneven patination throughout. Some light wear throughout. Wear to the concrete base including one large chip, see lot listing photos. The bronze sculpture can be removed from the concrete base.
Virginio Ferrari (Italian, b. 1937). Large bronze sculpture titled "Sphere" depicting an orb floating gracefully above a rectangular plinth, 1977. The plinth has a semi-circular divot along the top, which combined with the floating orb, makes it appear as though the sphere has just lifted upwards into the air. The sphere is suspended above the plinth with a thin wire.Base; height: 36 in x width: 24 in x depth: 24 in. Sphere; diameter: 8 1/4 in. Gross weight: In excess of 200 lbs; the sphere weighs 12 lbs.Condition: Wear throughout consistent with display and use. There are several large scuffs along one side; smaller scuffs/scratches throughout. Some areas of discoloration to the metal. The wire holding the sphere aloft has been cut.
William "Bill" Worrell (American, 1936-2021). Bronze sculpture titled "Prayers in the Morning Shadows" depicting his iconic antlered figure affixed to a rock. Numbered AP 6/7; from an edition of 50. With a previous appraisal.Height: 14 in x width: 7 in x depth: 4 in.Condition: No visible dents, cracks, or losses. No visible sign of restoration under UV light. Light oxidation to metal components as expected. Dust collected to the surface and recessed areas. All fingers and horns are firmly attached. Throughout the statue, there are several areas that show uneven coloration; however, it appears to be original. Along the stone base, it is difficult to discern whether the accretions along the sides are original or not; however, it seems reasonable to say that it is original given that the accretions are consistently visible throughout the stand. Light wear along the underside, consistent with age.
After François Girardon (French 1628-1715): The Abduction of Proserpine by Pluto, brown patinated bronze, 102cms high overall, base 36 x 38cms.NB François Girardon was a sculptor widely regarded for his statuary in the gardens of Versailles. Girardon lived and apprenticed in Rome for a period, and although the artist preferred classicism and ancient Roman sculpture, he often worked in the Baroque style.Louis XIV commissioned Girardon to create one of four monumental marble groups intended to decorate the corners of Charles Le Brun's never-completed garden at Versailles, the Parterre d'Eau. Each group of three figures symbolized one of the four elements: earth, air, water, and fire. Pluto's association with Hell made him an apt symbol of fire.Girardon's marble was reproduced as a small bronze from the late seventeenth century onwards.This figural group exemplifies the movement, vibrancy, and energy highly regarded at the time. Girardon's design is perfected by not only the twist of the composition, but also the classical clarity of the figures.The Wallace Collection in London, the Louvre, Windsor Castle and the Getty Museum in Malibu own identical pieces in varying sizes but this example is amongst the largest examples.
After the Antique: The Jennings Dog, patinated bronze, on marble base, 13cms high.Notes: The Jennings Dog (also known as The Duncombe Dog or The Dog of Alcibiades) is a Roman sculpture of a dog with a docked tail. Named for its first modern owner, Henry Constantine Jennings, it is a 2nd-century AD Roman copy of a Hellenistic bronze original. The original was probably of the 2nd century BC. It is 1.05 metres (3 ft 5 in) high; its leonine muzzle and one leg have been repaired since its rediscovery.
After the Antique; The Dying Gaul, patinated bronze, 15 x 8 x 7cms high.Notes:The Dying Gaul, also called The Dying Galatian or The Dying Gladiator, is an ancient Roman marble semi-recumbent statue now in the Capitoline Museums in Rome. It is a copy of a now lost sculpture from the Hellenistic period (323-31 BC) thought to have been made in bronze. The original may have been commissioned at some time between 230 and 220 BC by Attalus I of Pergamon to celebrate his victory over the Galatians, the Celtic or Gaulish people of parts of Anatolia. The original sculptor is believed to have been Epigonus, a court sculptor of the Attalid dynasty of Pergamon.Until the 20th Century the marble statue was usually known as The Dying Gladiator, on the assumption that it depicted a wounded gladiator in a Roman amphitheatre. However, in the mid-19th Century it was re-identified as a Gaul or Galatian and the present name "Dying Gaul" gradually achieved popular acceptance. The identification as a "barbarian" was evidenced for the figure's torc, thick hair and mustache, weapons and shield carved on the floor, and a type of Gallic carnyx between his legs
Byron Howard (b.1947): "Barbirolli's Hands"/"Rarely, Rarely, Cometh Thou Spirit of Delight", modelled as the music conductor Sir John Barbirolli's hands outstretched and in motion, with verse inscribed on the composer's cuff, patinated bronze on a marble plinth, with brass plaque, limited edition 2/6, 42cms long, 31cms high x 32cms wide.Provenance: Purchased by Mr and Mrs Brown from the Artist's studio in Fishlake near Doncaster in 2005. With certificate of authenticity.The artist Byron Howard attended Doncaster School of Art in the late 1970s/early 1980s which was run by the above Ken Brown. So impressed was the staff that Byron was invited to take the sculpture class himself. Byron was later invited by Lady Barbirolli to produce a bronze bust of Sir John which now is sited outside Manchester Free Trade Hall in recognition of Sir John in setting up and conducting the Halle Orchestra. Mr and Mrs Brown would attend the concerts conducted by Sir John in the 1950s, a connection which also attracted them to the sculpture.
After the Antique: Apollo Belvedere, patinated bronze, on marble base, 25cms high.Note: The Apollo Belvedere (also called the Belvedere Apollo, Apollo of the Belvedere, or Pythian Apollo) is a celebrated marble sculpture from classical antiquity. The Apollo is now thought to be an original Roman creation of Hadrianic date (c. 120–140 AD), though in a Hellenistic style. The distinctively Roman footwear is one reason scholars believe it is not a copy of an original Greek statue. It was rediscovered in central Italy in the late 15th century during the Italian Renaissance and was placed on semi-public display in the Vatican Palace in 1511, where it remains. It is now in the Cortile del Belvedere of the Pio-Clementine Museum of the Vatican Museums complex.
A pair of contemporary modernist Bodrul Khalique bronze figural sculpture ornament figurines statues depicting an elongated abstract male & female ballerina dancer figures raised on a square plinth base. Measures 33cm (height). Along with an additional hand made female ballerina dance figurine. Measures 28cm (height).
Group of seven Indian bronze objects including four large chains attached to a wooden seat. The chains are in the form of birds, elephants, dragons, and lotus flowers. With a metal stylized Ganesh sculpture, similar to works by Suresh Waghmare, and two vessels with spoons. One vessel with the spoon attached to it with a chain. With the accompanying hardware.Provenance: From the collection of Frederick and Catherine Asher, Minneapolis, Minnesota.Frederick M. Asher and Catherine E. Asher were prominent scholars in the field of Art History. Both dedicated their lives to the education of students, teaching for many years as professors at the University of Minnesota. They both had a passion for South Asian art, traveling extensively throughout India, Asia, and the Middle East. Selections from their travels and careers as avid art historians are offered in this auction. Their collection includes Indian jewelry, Japanese woodblock prints, an incredible slide collection, and much more.Chains, each (approx.); 60 in x diameter: 6 in. Elephant figure; 19 1/2 in x width: 13 in x depth: 7 in. Vessel w/ attached spoon; height: 2 1/2 in x width: 8 in x depth: 2 in. Round cup; height: 2 in x diameter: 2 3/4 in. Spoon; length: 6 in. Board; length: 53 1/2 in x width: 21 in x depth: 1 1/2 in. Gross weight of all bronze objects: approx. 80 lbs. Weight of board: 44 lbs.Condition: Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Please note that the lack of a condition statement does not imply perfect condition. Email condition@revereauctions.com with any condition questions.
After Provin Serres a pair of bronze effect spelter figures, La Romance and Le Croquis, 47cm, on wooden plinths with title.Qty: 2Condition report:Both are loose from their plinths, with one plinth being darker stained than the other and the darker one is split. The sculptures themselves, the one with the artist's palette is missing something from her left hand, possibly missing a small element from the end of the brush in her right hand, there is a small surface scratch above her breast, otherwise patina is ok. The sculpture with the harp is also missing elements from her hands, with an obvious soldering mark to the left hand, there is a patch of scratching to the back of the left shoulder, white marks surrounding the front of the base.
â–´ Hermann Haase-Ilsenburg (German, 1879-1960),early 20th century, 'The Abduction of Europa', a patinated bronze group of a young girl seated on the back of a long-horned cow, the bronze base cast with eagles and owls birds to the corners, signed 'H Haase', with foundry medallion for H Gladenbeck and Sohn, Freidrichshagen', 38cm wide 20cm deep59.5cm highHermann Haase (1879-1960) was a German sculptor known for his exceptional talent and contributions to the field of sculpture. Born in Germany, Haase displayed artistic abilities from a young age and pursued formal training in sculpture at various renowned art academies.Haase's artistic style was primarily influenced by the neoclassical and naturalistic movements of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He demonstrated a remarkable ability to capture human forms with great precision and detail, infusing his sculptures with a sense of grace and vitality.Throughout his career, Haase created a diverse range of sculptures, including portrait busts, figurative works, and monumental pieces. He often drew inspiration from historical figures, mythological themes, and everyday life, translating them into three-dimensional sculptures that conveyed a sense of emotion and narrative.Haase's sculptures were characterised by their technical mastery and attention to anatomical accuracy. He was skilled in capturing the subtleties of facial expressions, gestures, and drapery, bringing his subjects to life in a realistic and captivating manner.H Gladenbeck and Sohn was arguably the most important German foundry of the time. Opened in Berlin in 1851, it cast many of the very best sculptures in bronze, but eventually closed in 1926. Condition ReportPatina good overall. Some spotting to the base.
Michael Rizzello (British b.1926-d.2004), Otter, bronze on an oak base, signed to the sculpture and with number 4, together with a pair of framed preparatory sketches for the sculpture by the artistthe sculpture 24.5cm long tail to nose, each sketch 24cm x 34cmQty: 3The bronze with very minor surface marks and very slight wear, particularly to the ears. Otherwise in good condition. The plinth of the sculpture with some slight water marks. The sketches in good condition with minor marks to the frames, otherwise in good condition.
Sir Alfred Gilbert, M.V.O., R.A (British 1854-1934): A patinated bronze figure of 'An Offering to Hymen'The youthful nude maiden with downcast serene expression, her fringed hair arranged in a low bun at the nape of her neck, her hands outstretched in tribute, raised on an octagonal shallow plinth with winged figures and masks to each corner, now lacking the figure's offering, 29cm high overallFootnotes:There are a number of versions of this statuette including one in the Winchester Museum and one at the Victoria and Albert Museum. In some versions the figure holds a sprig of hawthorn, a goblet, a flower, a small figure of Anteros (god of unrequited love and brother of Eros) or a putto with an inverted torch as an offering to Hymen the god of marriage.An Offering to Hymen (or Young Girl with Votive to Hymen -to use it's catalogue title) was conceived in Rome in 1884. Upon his return to London Gilbert modelled the statue from one of the three Miss Pettigrews - Hetty, Lily and Rose. The professional model sisters had posed for a number of prolific artists including Leighton, Whistler, Poynter, Holman Hunt and Millais. The bronze cast was exhibited at the Grosvenor Gallery for the first time in 1886.Before the discovery of the full-size cast of 'Offering to Hymen' (30ins high overall) the work was looked upon as one of Gilbert's relatively minor works. However it is now apparent that Gilbert conceived the work as an equal third statue in the progression from Perseus to Icarus which depicted adolescents facing the passage from youth to maturity. Thus the statuette takes on a new level of nuance, the young woman's stance appears rigid conveying both anxiety and solemnity. LiteratureS. Beattie, The New Sculpture, New Haven and London, 1983, p. 143, pl. 134 (another cast).R. Dorment, Alfred Gilbert, New Haven and London, 1985, p. 68. pl. 32 (another cast).R. Dorment, Alfred Gilbert: Sculptor and Goldsmith, exh. cat. Royal Academy of Arts, London, 1986, pp. 51, 114, no. 19For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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