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Robert Milnes
Lot 643

Robert Milnes

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
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(American, 20th/21st century)

Triquadder IV, 1980, each rung cylinder signed and dated "R Milne 74", glazed porcelain and copper, 96 x 20-1/2 x 3 in.

Provenance: Theo Portnoy Gallery, New York, New York, purchased in 1980 (lot accompanied by a facsimile of the original receipt, gallery brochures); Estate of Alice Zimmerman, Nashville, Tennessee

Note: Between 1974 and 1987, Robert Milnes explored symmetry and asymmetry in large-scale steel and copper armature sculptures, drawing on minimalism and constructivism. His works from this period, created in Seattle, Washington and Edinboro, Pennsylvania. Beyond his artistic practice, Milnes has more recently served on boards for the Center for Craft, Blue Ridge Public Radio, and the Southern Highland Craft Guild. With his wife Karen, he supports scholarships at the University of North Texas and Penland School of Crafts, as well as programs at the Black Mountain College Museum + Art Center and other Asheville organizations. Reference: https://robertmilnes.com

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Theo Portnoy Gallery, New York, New York, purchased in 1980 (lot accompanied by a facsimile of the original receipt, gallery brochures); Estate of Alice Zimmerman, Nashville, Tennessee

light abrasions, small dents and scratches with accretion or dark tarnish spotting at one end, anomalies in porcelain over glazed Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.

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