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THBF. E. McWilliam "Bird Watcher I" Signed Bronze
Lot 963
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Ahlers & Ogletree
1788 Ellsworth Industrial Boulevard NW
Atlanta, GA 30318
United States
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery is a full-service auction gallery strategically located on Miami Circle in the historic Buckhead district of Atlanta, one of the Southeastern United States’ largest commercial and financial centers. The gallery is owned and operated by Robert Ahlers and his wife Chr...Read more
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By Ahlers & Ogletree
May 1, 2016 - May 2, 2016
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2016-05-01 11:00:00
2016-05-02 11:00:00
America/New_York
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Frederick Edward (F.E.) McWilliam (Irish, 1909-1992), "Bird Watcher I"-1964, bronze with black patina, from an edition of five, inscribed with initials and numbered "McW 1/5" on base. Surrealist figural sculpture depicting seated figure with arms raised to hold binoculars to eyes, one knee bent in support of the weight of right arm. Approximate height 10", width 5.75", depth 5". Provenance: Waddington Galleries, London, whereby acquired by the Estate of Joseph Gilbert of Atlanta, Georgia on 12/12/69. Copy of purchase receipt available upon request. Literature: Ferran and Holman, The Sculpture of F.E. McWilliam (Lund Humphries: 2012), ills. p.140. Note: McWilliam was a friend and contemporary of sculptor Henry Moore; his work is characterized by his Surrealist rendering of figures and forms. This particular was the first edition in a series of three ornithological sculptures depicting bird watchers produced by the artist in 1964.Prior to bidding, please consult the additional photos provided and ask all pertinent questions (i.e. condition, size, etc.). Packing and shipping is the responsibility of the buyer, please see our website for a list of shipping companies. For a condition report, please email Condition@AandOauctions.com. For additional photos, please email Photos@AandOauctions.com.
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