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Subcommittee weighs buying artist's maquettes; staff to seek updated prices and contract terms
Summary
Committee discussed four bronze maquettes (artist proofs) on loan from the sculptor; staff reported prior pricing of about $39,000 for the set of four and asked whether the committee wants staff to negotiate purchase options and pricing for additional sets.
The subcommittee discussed whether to purchase four bronze maquettes the committee currently holds on loan and whether to negotiate production of additional sets.
Staff explained the maquettes are artist proofs provided by the sculptor at the time of his commission for the full‑size niche statuary. A curator said prior contract language gave the state an option to buy up to additional sets at a reduced price, but that the contract has expired and the state would need to negotiate anew.
Staff reported pricing from 2023 showing about $39,000 for the set of four artist proofs and roughly $35,000 per set if the state had purchased all available sets at the time as part of a bulk option. A staff member noted those figures are dated and said staff will request updated pricing and clarify reproduction rights, available casts and whether molds remain available.
Committee members discussed possible uses for purchased sets, including placing sets in higher education institutions, offering limited edition sets for fundraising or auction, or placing them in storage for future display. Several members supported acquiring the existing artist proofs to secure them for the state; staff will pursue updated costs and counsel review of contract terms before any purchase.
Ending: staff will ask the artist for updated pricing and contract terms and will report back at the next meeting with options and estimated costs.
