Stock No. 36678

John W Mills (1933-2023) Sculpture of ‘Gymnast’

A large patinated figural sculpture titled ‘Gymnast’ by the acclaimed British sculptor, John W. Mills. Mounted on a rectangular wooden column base, this maquette is of an impressive structure and scale while showcasing defined attributes to the male gymnast’s figure. While this is a motionless, three-dimensional piece, it demonstrates the talent of the artist, the…

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£6,875.00

Dimensions

Depth: 39cm15.35in

Width: 125cm49.21in

Height: 155cm61.02in

Weight: 20kg44.09lbs

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Condition Report

Good structural condition. Lightly weathered. Softwood timber base. This has been displayed outside.

Wear

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses, scuffs, and scratches.

Origin

England

Period

Late 20th Century

Material

Painted, Resin

Date of Manufacture

Circa 1989

Maker

John W. Mills

Style

Mid-Century, Modern

About this piece

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A large patinated figural sculpture titled ‘Gymnast’ by the acclaimed British sculptor, John W. Mills.

Mounted on a rectangular wooden column base, this maquette is of an impressive structure and scale while showcasing defined attributes to the male gymnast’s figure.

While this is a motionless, three-dimensional piece, it demonstrates the talent of the artist, the gymnast’s posture captured in such a way that creates the impression of movement as he grasps a lions head acting as the top of a vaulting pole.

The perfect piece for decorative display in modern and traditional settings alike.

Price includes Artist’s Resale Rights (ARR) at 4%.

John W. Mills (1933-2023)

John Mills was a highly celebrated English sculptor, celebrated across the globe for his contemporary statues, bronze figures and artistic maquettes.

Mills showcased a flair for sculpture from a young age, first exhibiting at the Royal Academy of Arts in 1951 and then hosting his first one-man show at the AIA Gallery, London in 1959. Throughout his distinguished career, Mills went on to receive several prizes and accolades and many notable commissions.

Some of his most famous works include the monumental memorial to The Woman of World War II in Whitehall, London and the National Firefighters Memorial near St. Paul’s Cathedral, London.

Following the sculptor’s passing in 2023, the contents of John W. Mill’s creative studio at his family home in Hinxworth Place, Hertfordshire were dispersed. This sculpture formed part of this curated collection, from which we selected several pieces, offering a rare chance to obtain original works made by the artist, including sculptural pieces for garden, interior and exhibition.

Additional dimensions

Base 39cm x 34cm (15.35in x 13.39in)

Additional information

Weight 20 kg
Dimensions 39 × 125 × 155 cm
Origin

England

Period

Late 20th Century

Material

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Date of Manufacture

Circa 1989

Maker

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