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John W. Mills (1933-2023) ’Tackle! American Footballers' Sculpture

$6,131.50
£4,475
€5,219.85
CA$8,398.62
A$9,341.09
CHF 4,877.63
MX$113,671.19
NOK 62,294.77
SEK 58,421.50
DKK 38,957.71
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A reclaimed patinated resin figural sculpture titled ’Tackle! American Footballers’ by the acclaimed British sculptor, John W. Mills. This three-dimensional dynamic maquette creates intrigue from all angles, demonstrating the talent of its artist. The six players are captured in such a way that sees them overlapping and amongst one another as if stopped in motion. Showcased on an integral square base, this interior sculpture is perfect for decorative display in a modern interior, perhaps as a new feature piece for a room of sporting memorabilia. This sculpture is apparently unsigned. Price includes Artist’s Resale Rights (ARR) at 4%. John W. Mills (1933-2023) John Mills was a highly celebrated 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.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22.05 in (56 cm)Width: 24.02 in (61 cm)Depth: 15.36 in (39 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Resin,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2006
  • Condition:
    Good structural condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Wormelow, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 366771stDibs: LU2096344802242

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