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Ferdinand Preiss
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- 'Lighter Than Air'
- bronze signed 'F.Preiss' and with PK foundry stamp
- ivory, bronze, onxy, slate
- 33.5cm.;
- 1ft 1¼in.
cold painted bronze, ivory, green and brown onyx, black slate, the ivory with gilt highlights
Literature
Catley, 2000, p. 273; Shayo, 2005, p. 183
Condition
A decorative model of good overall appearance. Slight yellowing to ivory. Ivory with minor cracks to both legs and through face. Wear to patination in places. Minor old marks and scratches. There is a filled chip to top of her right leg at the back. The filler has now slightly yellowed. The bronze footplate is numbered on underside `7482'. Her costume slightly masks the `Preiss' mark. There is some rubbing to colour highlights particularly to shoes. The piece is without glass ball. One chip to upper edge of green onyx to base.
Prospective purchasers are reminded that this object contains ivory which may be subject to export and import restrictions. For example, it is illegal to import elephant ivory under 100 years old into the United States. Your attention is drawn to the Endangered Species section in the Guide for Prospective Buyers on page 92 of the printed catalogue. This is also available through the Conditions of Business link on the 'Events Detail' page to this auction or upon request to the department.
"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."