David Letterman caricature bronze sculpture. ...

Description

David Letterman caricature bronze sculpture. (Wolf's Head Productions/Henry Alvarez Foundry, 1990's). Rare bronze sculpture of "David Letterman". Wolf's Head Productions prototype for their proposed line of pop culture sculptures. Sculpted by artist Clete Maffet Shields and produced in the Henry Alvarez Foundry, less than three of these 10.5 x 4.5 in. bronzes on 4 x4 in. marble base were produced and never sold to the public, making this one of the rarest pieces of "David Letterman" art ever produced. This artists' proof was retained by Henry Alvarez. The mold for this piece has been destroyed and no more will ever be produced. In fine condition. Special shipping arrangements will apply.

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