Sir Jacob Epstein KBE (American/British, 1880-1959). Bronze sculpture titled "Nude Study 'A' (Betty Peters)" depicting a nude woman with her arms outstretched above her head, ca. 1943-45. Betty Peters was one of Epstein's favorite models. She managed a hostel for sailors in London's East End and is represented in numerous works by the artist from bronze and plaster to drawings and watercolors.
Height: 28 in x width: 7 in x depth: 3 1/2 in.

There are no bends, breaks, losses, or restorations to the bronze. There are areas of accumulated dirt and/or dust in the recesses of the work. There are some areas with a verdigris patination. Along the underside of the bronze there are four points with a high polish: one along each heel, one on the back of her hair, and one along the back of her hands. There is a 1 1/2 inch area of discoloration on her buttocks, possibly from a label, now missing. Light wear throughout from age and use.