Gordon Brothers is offering for sale by private treaty the historic bronze statue of All Blacks legend, Sir Michael Jones, under instructions from the liquidators of CBL Insurance Limited.
The statue design is based on an iconic photograph captured during the 1987 tournament. Artist Natalie Stamilla created this monumental piece, which has become a landmark for rugby fans worldwide.
Specifications include:
- Material: Bronze
- Dimensions: Approximately 4.2 metres long x 3 metres high
- Scale: 1.5 x life size
- Estimated original cost: NZ$330,000
We are seeking a buyer who values the cultural and historical significance of this statue and is ideally interested in keeping it accessible to the public, providing a rare opportunity to demonstrate commitment to preserving cultural heritage and supporting the New Zealand rugby community.
While there is no requirement for the statue to remain in situ, the preferred outcome is for it to remain on display at Eden Park.
The statue currently features a plaque acknowledging the original owner, giving the new owner the opportunity to replace it and showcase their name, creating a lasting legacy at one of rugby’s most iconic venues.
The sale also includes a miniature version of the statue which is available to the new owner to retain for their own use. The miniature statue measures 75.5 cm in length and 25 cm in width, with a total height of 51 cm (including 46 cm for the sculpture and 5 cm for the base) and if required can be viewed by appointment.
When making an enquiry, please advise on intention to retain the statue at Eden Park, or relocate, covering all make good costs.
A Buyer’s Premium of 15% and GST will be applicable to this sale.
