Born in Auckland in 1947, Robert Jesson studied extensively in Britain. He is known as a sculptor workingin wood and metal, and a painter. He lived in New Zealand prior to moving to Melbourne in 1988.
We have records of art auction sales by Robert Jesson from 1989 and in total 21 works by the artist have been offered for sale, of which 11 (52%) were sold. The highest price recorded for the artist is $1,114 for Untitled Wall Sculpture in Two Pieces sold by Webb's in November 1989. No works have been offered for sale this year, and the last sale we have recorded for the artist was in 2020. Works by Robert Jesson are held by the Auckland Art Gallery.
Robert William Jesson is listed in the following standard biographical references:
Could the second and subsequent works by this artist sold after June 9, 2010 for over $1,000 be liable for the Artists' Resale Royalty? More info…
Yes, eligible, subject to the artist satisfying the residency test. The artist is alive or has been deceased for less than 70 years. Contact the Copyright Agency for information on the residency test.
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