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The February 2023 Auctions: Day 2

Fri, Feb 17, 2023 11:00AM EST
Lot 1010

Jacob Epstein, (British, 1880-1959) Bronze On A Marble Base C. 1936, H.I.M. Haile Selassie Emperor Of Abyssinia, H 46'' L 28'' Depth 15''

Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$30 $10
$100 $25
$400 $50
$900 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$150,000 $10,000
Jacob Epstein, (British, 1880-1959) Bronze On A Marble Base C. 1936, H.I.M. Haile Selassie Emperor Of Abyssinia, H 46'' L 28'' Depth 15'' | Bronze sculpture of H.I.M. Haile Selassie Emperor of Abyssinia (58 years of leadership in Ethiopia, first as Regent and then Emperor) Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia accumulated numerous honours and decorations. Created by Jacob Epstein at the request of Commander Oliver Locker-Lampson to be sold to raise funds for Abyssinia. Three-quarter length bust portrait of Haile Selassie I, the Emperor of Ethiopia from 1930 to 1974. Literature: Noted in "Jacob Epstein Sculptor" by Richard Buckle, pg. 346-347. "The Sculpture of Epstein" by Evelyn Silber, pg. 181. Base: Height: 30 1/4", Length: 34", Depth: 23". Brwn patina.

Condition

Good condition. Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchellesí specialists. Should you have any additional questions regarding the condition of this lot, please email conditions@dumouchelles.com.