Ending 16th Feb, 2023 16:00

Tate Ward @ Artsy - By Collectors For Collectors

 
Lot 284
 
Lot 284 - Lucy Sparrow (British 1986-), 'The Crown Jewels', 2016
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Lucy Sparrow (British 1986-), 'The Crown Jewels', 2016

Sold for £3,750
Estimated at £3,000 - £5,000

inc.premium


Condition Report

In good condition/artist's condition
The Orb, Crown & Scepter are all structuarlly sound
No staining to any of the fabric or embroidered elements
General overall wear to the plinth and scratches to the perspex box
In good condition/artist's condition

 

Lucy Sparrow (British 1986-), 'The Crown Jewels', 2016, unique hand made felt replica of the Crown Jewels, consisting of the Crown, Orb, and Sceptre, housed with a custom display case; Crown: 33.5cm tall; 28cm tall; 102cm tall; display case: 200 x 70 x 70cm

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Auction: Tate Ward @ Artsy - By Collectors For Collectors, ending 16th Feb, 2023

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Lucy Sparrow

Instagram star Lucy Sparrow is famous for her vibrant, life-sized felt and wool replicas of everyday retail items. While best known for her freestanding sculptures, she also creates wall arrangements of felt objects in grid patterns. Her Pop art-inspired soft sculptures, reminiscent of Andy Warhol and Claes Oldenburg, are sold individually but were first showcased in immersive settings. Sparrow gained fame in 2014 with The Cornershop, an East London installation featuring nearly 400 felt works resembling a convenience store. In 2017, she created 8 ’Til Late at The Standard, High Line hotel in NYC, a replica of a corner bodega that sold out its 9,000 pieces in just over a week. Collaborating with a team, Sparrow hand-stuffs, sews, and stitches each item, exploring themes of mass consumerism, convenience, and craftsmanship.