Lot 90
Nadia Nerina - Arabesque II 1967
bronze
signed and numbered: PLAZOTTA / 8-12
Height 60cm
Estimate $3,000 - $5,000
Artarmon Galleries, acquired from the artist 4 October 1968 (accompanied by a copy of the purchase receipt and certificate of authenticity signed by the artist)
Maurice Chapman, acquired from the above circa 1970s
thence by descent
Italian-born British sculptor Enzo Plazzotta is primarily known for his bronze human and animal figures found in public spaces, many in London. His series of bronzes exploring the theme of dance were initially inspired by the South African prima ballerina Nadia Nerina, represented in the present lot, which demonstrates his deep understanding of movement and engaging use of the sculptural medium.
The Collector's Auction
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8446
2:00pm - 29 March 2022
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra
VIEWING
Friday 25 - Sunday 27 March, 10am - 4pm
The Bond, 36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra, NSW 2025
CONTACT
Madeleine Norton
sydney@leonardjoel.com.au
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