Itzik Benshalom (1945-2018), "The Family", Bronze

Property of a Private Collector, Hilton Head Island, SC Description: Itzik Benshalom (1945-2018), "The Family", Bronze, signed and numbered 16/24 along bottom edge, comprised of 4 separate interlocking pieces. " Benshalom was born in Hadera, Israel in 1945. He became a merchant marine at the age of fifteen. After completing his military service to the Israeli Navy he and his brother-in-law set up a foundry specializing in the lost wax method of casting sculpture. For years he worked with other artists from Israel and all over the world, helping them to realize their concepts. Eventually he stopped casting other artist's work and began his own journey as a sculptor. Benshalom was represented by Christy Contemporary Art, London & Nahan Galleries New York & New Orleans. Today his sculptures are in private, public, and corporate collections throughout the world including Israel, Japan, England, and the United States; and the Museum Collections of Boca Raton Museum of Art- FL, Ground for Sculpture Museum- Hamilton, N.J, Flint Institute of Art- MIC, and Museum of Fine Art- Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada. "Measurements: Height: 10 1/2 in. x Width: 9 1/4 in. x Depth: 3 5/8 in Condition: Good condition. Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. PHOTOS MAY ALSO ACT AS A CONDITION REPORT. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding. Complete condition reports are available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the live auction. All lots are offered and sold 'AS IS', and Everard Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. We do not guarantee the condition of frames. By placing a bid, either in person, by phone, absentee or via the Internet, you signify that you agree to be bound by the conditions of sale. Everard Auctions does not provide any shipping or packing services. We recommend that all potential buyers obtain pack/ship estimates prior to bidding. Please contact us for a list of recommended shippers.

Estimate:£604.73

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