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Ferdinand Preiss (1892 - 1943)
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- 'Lighter than Air'
front of base mounted with silvered plaque 'Lighter than Air, Ada May, by F. Preiss' and verso of gilt base inscribed '315R CK/./'
- 35cm. high;
- 1ft 1¾in.
cold-painted bronze, ivory, glass, onyx and marble base, modelled as a young dancer holding a ball over her head
Literature
Alberto Shayo, Ferdinand Preiss, Art Deco Sculptor, The fire and the flame, Woodbridge, 2005, pp. 52-54 (dancers who influenced Preiss), p.183 (another example of this model illustrated)
Condition
An elegant sculpture of good overall appearance. Ivory slightly creamier in tone than the catalogue illustration suggests. Ivory in general good condition. Glass ball with crackling and minor losses to the finish, as the catalogue illustration shows. Some scratches to the gilt base, her left leg slightly loose. A good example of the model, 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
Ada May was an English music hall dancer and became famous for her 'Lighter than Air' performance, which premiered in 1930 at the London Pavilion.