The swimming lesson

Details

Kees Verkade (b. 1941)
The swimming lesson
bronze with a brown patina
14 cm. high (excl. the wooden base)
Conceived circa 1974. This piece is unique.

Special notice

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Lot Essay

A slightly different larger version can be found at the Reidingweg in Drachten.

To be sold with a certificate of authenticity signed by the artist.

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