Wednesday 27 September 2023
Attributed to Martin Baker. An oxidised silver model of a winged dragon, Sheffield, 1995,...
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Attributed to Martin Baker. An oxidised silver model of a winged dragon, Sheffield, 1995, sponsor's mark Exchange Findings, cast from a hand carved wax model and realistically designed with folded wings, scales to body and a curving, arrow-tipped tail, 9.4cm long, 561cm high, approx. weight 11.9oz
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Provenance: The Hamme Collection
Lot Footnotes
Note: This model was made while Martin Baker was working on a larger piece (The Tricorn Dragons Bowl) for the Hamme Collection. Wax carving is one of Martin Baker's specialties and the intricate design of this dragon showcases his exceptional skill and craftsmanship. The Tricorn Dragons Bowl features in Contemporary British Silver Designers. The Lion & Hamme Collections. ACC Art Books, 2022 (p. 225)
Martin Baker is a master craftsman specialising in precious objects that celebrate nature. His passion is to represent natural motifs in a realistic way. His work can be found in the Victoria & Albert Museum, the Goldsmiths' Company Collection, and various private and corporate collections including those of members of the Royal Family, De Beers and Disney.
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