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Sat, May 3, 2025 01:00PM EDT
Lot 97

CLAIRE MAY, BRONZE SCULPTURE OF BALLERINA TYING POINTE SHOES, EDITION 15/25

Estimate: $200 - $500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

Height 9.5 in, width 9 in, depth 9.5 in. Cast bronze sculpture of a ballerina tying her pointe shoes by Claire May, signed and numbered 15/25. The sculpture depicts the dancer in a seated position, gracefully attending to her footwear. The bronze is patinated in shades of brown and gold, with the tutu and shoes painted in lighter tones. 

Condition

Excellent condition overall. Some wear is present, consistent with age and handling. Please see photos for detail.

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