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Ferdinand Preiss (1882 - 1943)
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- 'Ballerina' and 'Lieselotte'
each with the 'PK' foundry stamp to the bronze base
- 17cm. high;
- 6 3/4 in.
cold-painted bronze, ivory and marble, each modelled as a girl looking to her left, one in a tutu, the other in an outstretched dress, on octagonal pedestals
Literature
Other examples are illustrated, Alberto Shayo, Ferdinand Preiss, Art Deco Sculptor, The Fire and the Flame, Woodbridge, 2005, pp. 132, 134
Condition
Two attractive figures of good overall appearance with typical minor scratches to the bronze. The gilding is a little brighter than it appears in the catalogue. There is a flaw to the marble on the underside of the ballerin's base.
"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."