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Luxury car dealer Clive Sutton, synonymous with sourcing some of the most exclusive prestige cars from across the globe, is proud to announce that he is to become the sole UK agent for the breathtaking series of motor sculptures by the award-winning Swiss artist, Dante.

Dante released an exclusive number of limited edition sculptures of the Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing earlier this year in Monaco, where they were received with critical acclaim. Hand-finished in white gold leaf, the sculptures are available as either full or half-scale interpretations of the original car. Each will be handcrafted as bespoke works of art, limited to a maximum of five worldwide, and sold in the UK exclusively through Clive Sutton.

More than artistic impressions of a legendary sportscar, the sculptures capture the very essence of a bygone era. The elegant lines of the body and the distinctive construction represent a period in time when art and design were fused in an expression of pure automobile enjoyment, making them desirable to both discerning art collectors and automotive connoisseurs alike.

For more information on the exclusive distribution of the Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing sculptures, as well as the forthcoming release of other works in the series, and the association between Clive Sutton and Dante, visit: www.clivesutton.co.uk/dante

If you require more information on the sculptures, the artist or Clive Sutton, or to arrange a private appointment with Clive Sutton and Dante, please contact Launch Group:

Katrina Brady    katrinab@launchgroup.co.uk  020 7758 3933
Chris Seymour   chris@launchgroup.co.uk       020 7758 3926

Clive Sutton has been at the forefront of the luxury car industry for over 25 years.  As the founder of one of the UK's leading independent car dealerships based in St John's Wood, London, Clive Sutton has built an unrivalled reputation for providing a first class and bespoke service. As part of his personal shopping approach, Clive Sutton sources rare, prestige and sought after new and classic cars from across the globe, often sourcing to order.

The history of Design by Dante is both varied and interesting, as the proprietor, Dante Rubli, has sought to express his artistic talents in a number of different ways. The result is a company with a reputation for unrivalled expertise, which offers outstanding service to its customers.

Sculpture of the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing - 1:1
Hand-finished in luxurious white gold leaf and supplied with an attractive display plinth.
Includes a complimentary remote control light system.
Limited to a maximum of five worldwide.
Size: 4790mm x 1990mm x 1530mm, Weight: 400kg
Price: 600,000 Euros (Price excludes delivery and VAT)
Sterling price will be at the current rate of exchange on the day of payment.

Sculpture of the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing - 1:2
Hand-finished in sumptuous white gold leaf and mounted on a stylish and display plinth.
Incorporates a full remote control light system.
Limited to a maximum of five worldwide.
Size: 2290mm x 900mm x 1360mm, Weight: 100kg
Price: 400,000 Euros (Price excludes delivery and VAT)
Sterling price will be at the current rate of exchange on the day of payment.

Sculpture of the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing - 1:2
Hand-finished in powdered silver.
Limited to a maximum of ten worldwide.
Size: 2290mm x 860mm x 640mm, Weight: 75kg
Price:  250,000 Euros (Price excludes delivery and VAT)
Sterling price will be at the current rate of exchange on the day of payment.