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Print of J Paul Nesse Sculptures 1966 GT 40 MK II Bronze Signed by Shelby & Neese +2

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  1. Manard317

    Manard317 Member

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    I am trying to find information and potential worth estimate of a print I recently bought at auction. I have spent hours trying to find out more about it and I have to admit I'm starting to get delirious! (Couldn't even find the button to start a thread at first!)

    Anyheeew,

    This print has photos of 2 sculptures, GT-40 ‘66 LeMans winner and GT-40 Ken Miles. It has 4 signatures: Carroll Shelby, J. Paul Neese and 2 others I am trying to identify.

    On the bottom of the print it reads:
    A Matter of Record the GT40MK II bronze – a limited edition of 24 each measuring 24x16.5x10.5 @ $12,500
    J. Paul Nesse Studio, 11510 Lockridge Grand Township, Stilwater, Minnesota, 55082
    For further information, call or fax 612-430-0460 Photography, Bill Miller Minneapolis.

    I bought it at an estate auction outside Detroit Mi. It was rolled up and stuffed in a box. The previous owner may have worked for Ford based on the other items for sale. Since I'm a fan of classic cars I couldn't pass this up.

    Any information about this item and / or the signatures would be greatly appreciated. I am attaching photos of the print for your review.

    Thank you so much for your time and consideration!
     

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  2. Coralsnake

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    Re: Print of J Paul Neese Sculptures 1966 GT 40 MK II Bronze Signed by Shelby & Neese

    Am I correct you have a poster of two bronze scultptures?
     
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    Re: Print of J Paul Neese Sculptures 1966 GT 40 MK II Bronze Signed by Shelby & Neese

    Yep...It's a poster. It measures 22" x 16". I have not been able to find another one like it. I tried contacting J. Paul Neese, the artist to see if he can tell me more about it. I believe it was from a special occasion.

    Have you seen one like it before?
     
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    Re: Print of J Paul Neese Sculptures 1966 GT 40 MK II Bronze Signed by Shelby & Neese

    Just to clarify...I believe this would be considered a poster and not a print.

    It is a "poster" of two photographs. It is printed on glossy stock and the artist who created both bronze sculptures, J. Paul Neese, did sign it along with Carroll Shelby and there are 2 other signatures on it that I have not been able to identify. However it is not numbered. Thanks to Coralsnake for asking and bringing it to my attention. Sorry for any confusion.
     
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    Re: Print of J Paul Neese Sculptures 1966 GT 40 MK II Bronze Signed by Shelby & Neese

    Those are color copies of the original prints, figure to a collector you might get $75-$200 each for them.

    I have an identical set of them in my collection of shelby related posters. Think I originally paid $200 for the entire set at a silent auction.


    Bill S.
     
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    Re: Print of J Paul Neese Sculptures 1966 GT 40 MK II Bronze Signed by Shelby & Neese

    Good to know...Thanks for the information. Are you're signed also?
     
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    Re: Print of J Paul Nesse Sculptures 1966 GT 40 MK II Bronze Signed by Shelby & Neese

    I wish I had one of his sculptures. :thumbup:
     
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    Re: Print of J Paul Nesse Sculptures 1966 GT 40 MK II Bronze Signed by Shelby & Neese

    I know of a nice poster of 2 them that's available! ;)
     
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    Re: Print of J Paul Neese Sculptures 1966 GT 40 MK II Bronze Signed by Shelby & Neese

    I believe they are but have not even looked at any of my posters in 5+ years (I have over 200).




    Bill S.
     
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    rshelby ShelbyForums Admin Staff Member

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    I just purchased a J Paul Nesse sculpture from the John Atzbach Mecum auction. Been looking for one for quite a while.
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    There's an art dealer in Texas who specializes in car memorabilia. He may know where to find the sculpture or posters. His business is called 'l'art de automobile. His name is pronounced Jock
     

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