Ferdinand Preiss, (1882 - 1943)

patinated and silvered bronze, ivory, onyx and black slate, modelled as a young girl kneeling on a stepped base, holding aloft a large hoop

Another example of this model is illustrated, Alberto Shayo, Ferdinand Preiss, Art Deco Sculptor, The fire and the flame, Woodbridge 2005, p.166;
Bryan Catley, Art Deco and Other Figures, Woodbridge 1978, p.273.

A large model of good overall appearance. Patina with old marks, scratches and blemished and tarnished in places as can be seen in the catalogue illustration and detail. There is a small crack across the bridge of her nose and another down the right side of her neck. Both hands appear to have been broken and restored and re-glued in place. One corner of upper plinth chipped and further minor chipping including to the slate base. A decorative piece in honest condition. Please note that this lot contains ivory which may be subject to export and import restrictions. For example, ivory cannot be imported into the United States. Your attention is drawn to the Endangered Species section in the Guide for Prospective Buyers at the back of the catalogue (Section 4).
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