R. J. Murphy Spirit of the Blackbird Sculpture
Updated August 28, 2026
This auction ended on September 10, 2026.
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| Lot number | 116 |
| Estimate | 100.00 - 200.00 USD |
| Category | Fine Art & Prints |
| Auction | Jewelry, Art Glass & Fine Art Multi Platform |
| Date | September 10, 2026 at 6:30 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Kellies Estate Services |
| Location | Okemos, Michigan |
This polychrome cast metal sculpture by artist R. J. Murphy for The Franklin Mint is titled Spirit of the Blackbird. Height: 11.5 inches.The sculpture is in good condition with visible rubbing and paint loss to the cold-painted polychrome finish, primarily on the lighter areas of the coyote pelt and the headdress feathers. The wooden base exhibits light shelf wear and superficial scratches to the underside.
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