Klaus Ihlenfeld

comprising Germinating Plants 2007, Small Moon Plant 1998, Landscape 2007,  Junger Wald (Young Forest) 2007, Golden Tree (Garden of Eden) 1975, Glenkin Cross 2007, Plants 2004, Wild Flowers 2006, Plants 2004, Plants 2004, Small Plantation 2003 and Landscape 2004

Overall each of the pieces is in excellent original condition. The single gilt finished sculpture with some rubbing surface. The majority of the other works with a superb bright green patina. This a stunning collection of small scale works by Klaus Ihlenfeld that Mr. Isabell assembled and showed together which were executed over the last twenty years.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Comprising:
Sculpture 1
Klaus Ihlenfeld
"Germinating Plants"
2007
phosphorous bronze
4 ½ in. high

Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Sollo Rago Modern Auctions, April 12, 2008, lot 316 (part)

Sculpture 2
Klaus Ihlenfeld
"Small Moon Plant"
1998
phosphorous bronze
6 in. high

Provenance
Private Collection, New York,
Sollo Rago Modern Auctions, October 27, 2007, lot 160

Sculpture 3
Klaus Ihlenfeld
"Landscape"
2004
phosphorous bronze

Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Sollo Rago Modern Auctions, October 27, 2007, lot 157 (part)

Sculpture 4
Klaus Ihlenfeld
"Junger Wald (Young Forest)"
2007
phosphorous bronze
Incised (not stamped) "IK"
3 x 6 ¾ x 6 in.

Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Sollo Rago Modern Auctions, October 27, 2007, lot 158

Sculpture 5
Klaus Ihlenfeld
"Golden Tree (Garden of Eden)
1975
gilt bronze
7 in. high

Sculpture 6
Klaus Ihlenfeld
"Glenkiln Cross"
2007
phosphorous bronze
4 ¾ in. tall

Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Sollo Rgo Modern Auctions, April 12, 2008, lot 316 (part)

Sculpture 7
Klaus Ihlenfeld
"Plants"
2004
phosphorous bronze

Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Sollo Rago Modern Auctions, October 27, 2007, lot 157 (part)

Sculpture 8
Klaus Ihlenfeld
"Wild Flowers"
2006
phosphorous bronze
Incised "K"
4 in. high

Provenance
Sollo Rago Modern Auctions, October 21, 2006, lot 711

Sculpture 9
Klaus Ihlenfeld
"Plants"
2004
phosphorous bronze

Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Sollo Rago Modern Auctions, October 27, 2007, lot 157 (part)

Sculpture 10
Klaus Ihlenfeld
"Plants"
2004
phosphorous bronze

Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Sollo Rago Modern Auctions, October 27, 2007, lot 157 (part)

Sculpture 11
Klaus Ihlenfeld
"Landscape"
2007
phosphorous bronze
4 ½ in. high

Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist
Sollo Rago Modern Auctions, April 12, 2008,
lot 316 (part)

Sculpture 12
Klaus Ihlenfeld
"Small Plantation"
2003
phosphorous bronze
2 5/8 in. high

Provenance
Sollo Rago Modern Auctions, April 22, 2006, lot 615