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Franz von Stuck (1863-1928)
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Franz Von Stuck
- Der Athlet
- inscribed FRANZ VON STUCK, impressed 11 APRIL 1936 GEWIDMET VON GEBR. HARTMANN, AMMENDORF on the base and stamped GUSS C. LEYHER. MUNCHEN at the side of the base
bronze with dark brown patina
- Height: 67 cm.
Condition
patina is overall slightly worn, otherwise in good condition
"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
Modelled in 1892 following a visit to Rome with his fellow artist Max Klinger, Der Athlet is an idealised selfportrait inspired by the Antique but reinterpreted in a contemporary idiom.