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Lot 135

AN IMPRESSIVE AND UNIQUE STERLING SILVER CROSS SCULPTURE BY GERALD BENNEY, LONDON 1964
The cross formed with emanating thorns, textured finish throughout on square platform base, weighted, impressed hallmarks and retailed by Hardy Brothers Australian marks, 46cm high ADRIAN GERALD SALLIS BENNEY CBE RDI (1930 - 2008) was one of the most prolific and influential British goldsmiths of the 20th century. During an illustrious career spanning more than 50 years, he was the first British craftsman to hold four Royal Warrants simultaneously. His work can be seen in many collections worldwide, including those of the Victoria and Albert Museum and Goldsmiths' Company.

*On View in Sydney



Estimate $8,000 - $16,000

Unsold

This piece is in excellent condition, with no inscriptions, added engravings or alterations.


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The Collection of Richard 'Dick' (1913-1989) and Joan Crebbin

Four Single Owner Collections (and other vendors)

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8161
11:00am - 4 December 2016
Hughenden,14 Queen St, Woollahra

VIEWING
Viewing Locations
Leonard Joel, 39 Queen Street, Woollahra NSW and
Hughenden Boutique Hotel, 14 Queen St, Woollahra NSW

1-3 December 10am-4pm

CONTACT
Timothy Nicol
timothy.nicol@leonardjoel.com.au


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