- 100
Ferdinand Preiss (1882 - 1943)
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 'Youth'
- signed to the ivory base 'F. Preiss'
- 22cm. high;
- 8 3/4 in.
ivory and onyx, modelled as a standing nude woman with outstretched arms, on a pedestal
Literature
Another example is illustrated, Alberto Shayo, Ferdinand Preiss, Art Deco Sculptor, The Fire and the Flame, Woodbridge, 2005, p. 148
Condition
A decorative piece of good overall appearance. Minor haircrack to the ivory in particular one from the centre of her chest, around her left breast and round to the dimple on the left of her spine. There is another crack running parallel to this. Neither is very distracting. The joints just below her shoulders are visible. A lovely example with a well carved face. Pedestal very sligthly chipped.
"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."