Maritime Antiques, Nautical Art & Estate Treasures Auction
Lot 9:
Description
A bronze-tone sculpture depicting a Native American male bust, created by Terry P. Murphy. The subject is portrayed with weathered facial features, long hair styled with a single braid, a beaded necklace, and a circular earring. The sculpture is mounted on a circular turned wood base finished with green felt on the underside. The casting displays a detailed patina and is executed in a Western art style. The lower rear edge of the bronze is marked with a copyright symbol followed by 77 Terry P. Murphy, a limited edition numbering of 13/24, and an indistinct circular hallmark.
Height: approximately 6 inches
Width: approximately 7.5 inches.
Condition report:
The sculpture is in good condition with no visible signs of repair or restoration. The patina is well-preserved, and the wood base shows minor surface wear consistent with age. Art is from a clean smoke free home.
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