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John W. Mills (1933-2023) Lifesize ‘The Three Kings’ Bronze & Signed Print
$94,098.35
£68,475
€80,888.16
CA$130,559.48
A$146,279.37
CHF 76,071.65
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NOK 969,186.47
SEK 904,769.18
DKK 603,813.11
About the Item
A lifesize bronze statue titled ‘The Three Kings’ by the acclaimed British sculptor, John W. Mills. This impressive, large scale bronze would make a striking statement piece in any setting, suitable for decorative interior use or outdoors as a unique modern centrepiece of a courtyard or pond surround.
Included with the sculpture is an original watercolour painting, signed by the artist and marked in pencil to the base ‘3 Kings 1985’; the perfect accompaniment to this impressive sculpture, allowing a glimpse into the artist’s creative process.
The Three Kings
Part of the artist’s dancer series, this sculpture is inspired by the Alvin Alley ballet ‘Les Trois Rois’, which features a pas de deux in which two figures dance to the music of Duke Ellington, who is the third King referred to in the title.
While this is a motionless, three-dimensional piece, it demonstrates the talent of the artist, the kings intertwined, capturing the essence of movement and grace, conveying not just the physical but the emotions and stories that dance conveys.
John W. Mills (1933-2023)
John Mills was a highly acclaimed English sculptor, celebrated across the globe for his contemporary statues, bronze figures and artistic maquettes.
Mills showcased a flair for sculpture from a young age, first exhibiting at the Royal Academy of Arts in 1951 and then hosting his first one-man show at the AIA Gallery, London in 1959. Throughout his distinguished career, Mills went on to received several prizes and accolades and many notable commissions.
Some of his most famous works include the monumental memorial to The Woman of World War II in Whitehall, London and the National Firefighters Memorial near St. Paul’s Cathedral, London.
Following the sculptor’s passing in 2023, the contents of John W. Mill’s creative studio at his family home in Hinxworth Place, Hertfordshire were dispersed. This sculpture formed part of this curated collection, from which we selected several pieces, offering a rare chance to obtain original works made by the artist, including sculptural pieces for garden, interior and exhibition.
Additional Information
Price includes Artist’s Resale Rights (ARR) at 4%.
Provenance: Hinxworth Place; The Estate of John Mills (1933-2023)
Dimensions for sculpture approximate.
Watercolour: Height 61.5 cm (24.21 in) x width 44cm (17.32 in)
- Creator:John Mills (Sculptor)
- Dimensions:Height: 78.35 in (199 cm)Width: 55.12 in (140 cm)Depth: 55.12 in (140 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1985
- Condition:Good structural condition. Bronze is apparently unsigned. Historic repair near the shoulder of one of the arms; this is not very noticeable. Includes a signed watercolour of the three kings sculpture by the artist.
- Seller Location:Wormelow, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 366711stDibs: LU2096346335422
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