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Sculpture

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 314		Anonymous. Möbius. Fantastic table top sculpture 16 x 13 x 13" that rests on a 2" black granite base. Highly polished white onyx has been carved into a lovely abstraction of a möbius strip (a twisted cylinder). Sculpture is not signed but exhibits beautiful craftsmanship. A compelling modern piece, that also conveys a sense of calm, an organic shape at peace with itself. Weight: 25 pounds. A striking piece in a scale practical for the home or the office. Estimated Value $800 - 1,000 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $528
Lot 315		Baker, Irving. Albert Einstein. Handsome bust of Albert Einstein on matte black solid wood base sculpted in 1964 by Irving Baker exclusively for Museum Pieces, Inc in New York City. Etched and dated by artist at base of neck. 13½ x 6 x 17½" in black patinated, heavy composite material. Number of copyrighted editions unknown, with original tag, the original work is in a private collection. Excellent condition. Estimated Value $300 - 500 The Arden Family Holdings of Beverly HIlls. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $475
Lot 316		Binder, Erwin. Nebula 2. (1934-1993) Veteran of the United States Air Force, Binder learned to work with metal and stone and elements of design as an employee at his family's jewelry business. With a passionate desire to develop those skills further, he enrolled at the Otis Art Institute in Los Angeles and subsequently produced numerous monumental public sculptures throughout Southern California in the 1970s and 1980s. He was also deeply influenced by Mexican culture, most notably the surreal portrait work of José Clemente Orozco, when working with bronze, onyx and stone. Offered is here is a spectacular sculpture of banded onyx entitled Nebula 2. Only one of two carved in the early 80s, the sculpture is typical of Binder's lyrical, abstract style, which always maintained vestiges of figuration. Here, his sinuous, organic creation of a mother and child together as one in the universe, whether one interprets that as cocoon, a womb or even a shell. Striking yet calming, sculpture alone measures 16 x 23x 10" and appears to balance on a 15 x 18 x 4" marble base. Sculpture is sold with a custom built 17 x 20 x 27" wood base. A very special piece by a most admired Los Angeles artist whose works can be seen in public spaces and collections throughout Southern California. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500 View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 317		Bizard, Suzanne. Lévriers. (1873-1963) French sculptor who primarily worked in bronze and marble and widely admired. Offered here is a wonderful and stately pair of greyhounds, very much a favorite subject of hers. Beautiful patinated bronze finish on the dogs mounted on bronze base. 16 x 22 x 9" and signed on right side of base as S. Bizard. Total weight just at 28 pounds and in fine condition. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500 The Arden Family Holdings of Beverly HIlls. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $600
Lot 318		C. B. Female Torso. Excellent contemporary bronze sculpture of a nude, female torso with cream and brown patina on polished black marble base. This is a limited edition piece of (3/9) graceful as it is striking. Sculpture itself measures 22½ x 7" and including the base, 29½". Nicely balanced on base this sophisticated piece will compliment any decor. In excellent condition. Sculpture will be packed un-bolted from base for safe shipping weighing just at 32 pounds. Excellent condition with only the most minor scratches where bronze attaches to marble. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500 The Arden Family Holdings of Beverly HIlls. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $660
Lot 319		Sykes, Charles Robinson. The Spirit of Ecstasy. One of the most instantly recognizable icons inside the automotive industry. The Spirit of Ecstasy has been adorning the hoods of Rolls-Royce motor cars for nearly a century. The ornament was designed by Charles Robinson Sykes, an English sculptor, and commissioned by the automaker to give their cars an added sense of occasion. Back in the 1930s, the company mascot was also displayed in larger form in Rolls-Royce showrooms. Offered here is a contemporary take on those displays. A monumental recreation in gilt bronze and marble of superior quality. The sculpture with pedestal is 32" and at its widest, 14" in wingspan. The Spirit of Ecstasy rests on a pedestal of burgundy marble with a gilt ornamental band accent. This piece is a bold statement, grand and significant. Sculpture weighs just at 90 pounds so buyer responsible for third party shipping to which we can recommend. Estimated Value $2,500-UP The Arden Family Holdings of Beverly HIlls. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $1,440
Lot 320		Zuñiga, Francisco. Silvia Agachada. (1912-1998) Costa Rican born, Mexican artist considered one of Mexico's top of the 20th Century, widely regarded for his paintings and sculptures. In permanent museum collections worldwide, his figural interpretation of the human body are considered the best of the Mexican modern style. Offered here (after) Zuñiga's Silvia Agachada a popular work in bronze with dark brown patina on a wood base. Sculpture measures 5¼" x 7" x 6¾" and wood base 2" x 9" x 7¾" and weighing 6½ pounds. Incised with the artist's signature under right leg, Original gallery COA included. Excellent condition and the piece, highly prized. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000 View details and enlarged photo	Realized $3,750