CREDITON Arts Centre was recently donated two wooden sculptures by the artist Norman Yendell.

The benefactor, Maggie Cartridge, has downsized her home and wanted the sculptures to go to a “good home” in Crediton. They were originally purchased from Dewsmoor Art in 1985.

Dewsmoor was the home and studio of the Crediton-based sculptor, Witold Kawalec.

The catalogue of that exhibition shows that more than 50 pieces of Yendell’s sculpture were for sale as well as nine poems by the artist.

Prices ranged from £50 to £1,300, not an inconsiderable sum in 1985.

The two pieces donated are “Primavera”, 1971 made from cherry wood, (33 x 20 x 45 cm) and the smaller piece “Origin of form” 1968, (18 x 13 x 18 cm).

Many people will have also seen a piece of Norman’s work called “The feeding of the five thousand” in Crediton Parish Church.

Crediton Arts Centre felt that these pieces were best suited to a home environment and to that end it was decided that the best method would be to auction the pieces using the format of sealed bids.

The money will be used to support the work of the Arts Centre in these challenging times. This is a great opportunity and a chance for enrichment for both a new owner and their home.

If you would like to make such a bid, please bear in mind and be guided by the range of the original sale price.

Please deliver your bid, marked for the attention of Tim Salter, to Crediton Arts Centre, for either or both pieces, and include your name and contact details.

Alternatively, post your bids to: Attention of Tim Salter, The Crediton Arts Centre, 32C East Street, Crediton EX17 3AX .

Closing date for submissions is Friday, December 18.

The works of art can currently be seen in the window of the Bigger Picture Gallery in Crediton High Street.