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Victor Salmones (Mexican, 1937-1989), two bronze sculptures, one depicting a man carrying a child on his shoulders (9 1/2"H x 5 1/2"W x 4"D), the other a sleeping figure resting head on arms and a pillow (7"H x 10"W x 5 1/2"D). Both are inscribed "Victor Salmones" to base. The resting figure is numbered 8/10; the other sculpture is not numbered. Combined weight 11 lbs 4 oz.
PROVENANCE: The estate of Thelma Schlicher, by descent from the estate of U.S. Ambassador Ronald Schlicher, Brentwood, TN. Note: Tennessee native Ron Schlicher entered the foreign service in 1982, working primarily in the Middle East. He returned to TN after retiring in 2011. Among his many diplomatic roles, he served as Ambassador to Cyprus, U.S. Principal Deputy Assistant Coordinator of Counterterrorism, and was director of the Iraq Task Force during the 2003 war with Iraq.
CONDITION: Both sculptures in excellent condition with minimal wear.
