Tom Murphy, John Atyeo large bust maquette,

Tom Murphy (British, b.1949), John Atyeo large bust maquette, hollow bronzed fibreglass, edition 1 of 5, modelled as a bust and inscribed 'JOHN ATYEO BRISTOL CITY 1951-1966', raised upon a plinth base, 35 x 20 x 15cm., bears minor chips and wear. Tom Murphy is an award-winning painter and renowned sculptor of many famous sculptures and memorial works on display through the world, His iconic sculpture of Bill Shankly and Dixie Dean started a fashion of sports sculptures around the UK and abroad.After looking at the rare sculptures and artefacts that he has made available for auction, we can see, for the very first time, the original design and development of many renowned sport sculptures via Tom Murphy’s unique original sketches, maquettes and design concept. This is the first time to market for these many one-off unique works.Tom has created more than 40 monumental sculptures many of them associated to sport.