Bennett Bean
(b. 1941)
Master #1477, Double Sculpture on Base
Sale 894 - The Springborn Collection of Contemporary Craft
Mar 23, 2021
10:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$1,000 -
$2,000
Sold for $4,688
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Bennett Bean
(b. 1941)
Master #1477, Double Sculpture on Base
pit-fired, painted and glazed earthenware
signed with impressed artist insignia
H 8 1/4 x W 13 x D 8 inches
Property from the Collection of Dr. Robert C. Springborn and Mrs. Carolyn J. Springborn, Naples, Florida
Provenance:
William Zimmer Gallery, Mendocino, CA
Condition Report
Larger Element - 7 1/2 x 8 x 8 1/4 in.
Smaller Element - 6 3/4 x 8 1/4 x 7 3/4 in.
Stand - 10 x 5 in.
Overall fine stable condition. Both vessels present well and are free of major losses or repairs. Underside to each has museum putty residue and small felt strips to feet not immediately noticeable. The stand has light scratches with traces of museum puddy residue.
Smaller Element - 6 3/4 x 8 1/4 x 7 3/4 in.
Stand - 10 x 5 in.
Overall fine stable condition. Both vessels present well and are free of major losses or repairs. Underside to each has museum putty residue and small felt strips to feet not immediately noticeable. The stand has light scratches with traces of museum puddy residue.
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