PROF. OTTO POERTZEL (1876 - 1963) 'SNAKE CHARMER' SILVERED AND COLD PAINTED BRONZE AND IVORY ON ONYX BASE

the young dancer with arched back in a pirouette position above entwined snakes, raised on a stepped green onyx base



signed to base Prof. Poertzel

possible repair to onyx marble base; some rubbing to scale like patination on bronze body; repair/restoration to right hand at and around the two middle fingers; two darkened hairline cracks to head, one running across forehead over the left eye and down the left cheek into chest area; the other, smaller running through the hair to the left ear; clear hairline running down from right elbow to shoulder; some discoloration to a section near right shoulder blade
"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."

For a similar example see Bryan Catley, Art Deco and Other Figures, Woodbridge, p. 255