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Ferdinand Preiss (1882 - 1943)
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- 'Bat Dancer'
- right sole of foot with Preiss Kassler foundry stamp 'PK' , base signed 'F.Preiss'.
- 23cm. high by 28.5cm. wide;
- 9in., 11¼in.
cold-painted bronze and ivory, modelled as a woman wearing a bat costume, her arms outstretched, raised on stepped green onyx base
Literature
Alberto Shayo, Ferdinand Preiss, Art Deco Sculptor, The Fire and the Flame, Woodbridge, 2005, pp. 52-54, 177 (for an illustration of another example of this model)
Condition
An elegant bronze and ivory figure of good overall appearance. Some usual tarnishing to bronze and minor scratches to ivory in places. Minor crack running from the left corner of her nose down her neck. The head band with some wear to finish. Base with minor nicks. A decorative piece ready for display.
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).
"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
Preiss found his inspiriation in fashion, sports photographs or in the performances of dancers such as Niddy Impekoven. Her dance 'The Captive Bird' inspired Preiss to create 'Bat Girl'.