$9,225
William Zorach (American, 1887-1966) Sleeping Coon Cat Incised signature and date "Zorach 62" on the back, stamped foundry mark "BEDI-RASSY/N. Y.C." on the left side. Bronze with a golden yellow patina, 4 1/2 x 7 1/2 x 8 1/4 in. (11.4 x 19.0 x 21.0 cm), on a black laminate-covered wood plinth. Condition: Scattered spots of oxidation, uneven patina, dust and dirt. Provenance: Ex-collection David W. Scott, curator and director of the National Collection of Fine Arts and founding director of the National Museum of American Art; by descent to the current private collection, Massachusetts. Estimate $6,000-8,000 The laminate covering has become detached at the corners on the top of the base. Base dimensions: 8 1/2 x 10 x 1 3/4 in. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2019-05-10
