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Sculpted by America’s foremost artist with a focus on the form and performance of male athletes, this masterpiece of 20th … Read more Sculpted by America’s foremost artist with a focus on the form and performance of male athletes, this masterpiece of 20th century sculpture -- especially large and rare -- depicts a nude discus thrower as he is about to hurl the disc forward. Robert Tait McKenzie was a remarkable polymath, acting as physician, physical therapist, physical educator, and sculptor over his lifetime, and serving as the University of Pennsylvania’s first Professor of Physical Education from 1904 to 1929. In 1931 he was appointed the J. William White Research Professor of Physical Education, permitting him to focus his efforts almost exclusively on sculpture, and in most cases, he used university students as his models. To our knowledge, the only other example of this sculpture is held by the National Galleries of Scotland. See less
- Dimensions
- 20ʺW × 11ʺD × 29ʺH
- Styles
- Figurative
- Period
- 1930s
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- All items offered by 2220 Antiques are authentic vintage or antique pieces and will naturally exhibit signs of age, use, … moreAll items offered by 2220 Antiques are authentic vintage or antique pieces and will naturally exhibit signs of age, use, and wear consistent with their history. We make every reasonable effort to note significant conditions—such as damage, repairs, losses, or areas that may require or benefit from restoration—but the absence of a specific notation does not imply perfect or like-new condition. Buyers are strongly encouraged to request a detailed condition report, additional photographs, or clarification prior to purchase, especially when upholstery or other condition-sensitive elements are involved. By completing a transaction, the buyer acknowledges that all items are sold as is and accepts the condition variations inherent to antique and vintage merchandise. Should you choose to return an item despite our best efforts to disclose conditions, freight charges in either direction are non-refundable. less
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