CÉSAR (1921–1998) Motorcycle Compression, 1971–1984 Patinated bronze cast Signed Numbered 1/8 and inscribed ‘bocquel fondeur’ on the wheel Work published by the Galerie Beaubourg (8 + 2 EA + 2 HC) 64 x 42 x 18 cm Patinated bronze Signed Numbered 1/8 and inscribed “bocquel fondeur” on the wheel Published by Galerie Beaubourg (8 + 2 EA + 2 HC) 25 1/4 x 16 1/2 x 7 1/8 in. Provenance Private collection, Monaco Exhibition Cannes, La Malmaison, César, L’oeuvre de bronze, Du silence à l’éternité, July–October 2002, p. 62 (similar piece illustrated in colour). This work is referenced in the archives of Mrs Denyse Durand-Ruel under no. 1760. A certificate of authenticity from the artist will be provided to the purchaser.