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Erich Schmidt-Kestner German, 1877-1940
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Erich Schmidt-Kestner
- der Abschiedkuss (the parting kiss)
- signed: Erich Schmidt-Kestner and inscribed Akt-Gest vorm: H. Gladenbeck & Sohn
- bronze, rich dark brown patina, on green veined marble base
Condition
There is a scratch on the back of the horse consistent with movement in the spear. The shield is loose. There is minor wear to the patina. Otherwise the condition is very good.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The Farewell Kiss is typical of the classicising subject matter chosen by many late 19th century German sculptors, who frequently depicted male warriors and female amazons on horseback. Schmidt-Kestner's romantic model was unsurprisingly the most popular and was edited by the premier Berlin foundry of Gladenbeck.