Bernard Winskill (d. 1980), 'Balidar', a very large bronze sculpture of a racehorse and jockey

Bernard Winskill (d. 1980), a very large bronze sculpture of a racehorse with jockey up
Titled 'Balidar', ridden by Lester Piggott, winner of the Prix de L'Abbeye de Longchamp 1970
Modelled standing four square, the jockey with left hand raised to his chin. Signed and numbered III, set on a black marble plinth, together with a certificate from the artist confirming its purchase in April 1971 for £800
60cm long

Bernard Winskill was a modeller for the Royal Worcester porcelain works from 1968 onwards, producing sculpture for both porcelain and bronze production. His contract with the firm allowed for the use of the company foundry in Severn Street to manufacture his own commissions. It is believed that only three examples of the present lot were made: No.1 was for the owner of Balidar, No.2 for the trainer and No.3 was kept by Winskill himself.