λ EDWIN WHITNEY-SMITH (ENGLISH 1880-1953) A BRONZE FIGURE 'THE WAKING CHILD' DATED 1911 Pale green all over verdigris, signed and dated to the cast, no foundry mark66.5cm high, 46cm deepWhitney-Smith was born in Bath and studied art at the Bath and Bristol Schools of Art. He exhibited at The Royal Academy, the Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool, and at the Paris Salon. The Ferens Art Gallery, Hull, has an example of this 1911 bronze in unweathered, olive green patina and with original base.There are some marks, scratches, knocks, and wear to patinated surface consistent with age and use. The surface has weathered to a fairly even pale green patina but with spatters of white household paint and other substances. Probably formerly with base and with fixing points to the underside. Some edge and margin scuffs and wearPlease refer to additional images for visual references to condition which forms part of this condition report.All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items.We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so, and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of descriptionAll lots are offered for sale as viewed and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.λ indicates that this lot may be subject to Droit de Suite royalty charges. Please see our Terms & Conditions for more information.