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Ferdinand Preiss
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description
- Ferdinand Preiss
- Con Brio, vers 1925
- Le bronze marqué F. Preiss
- Ivory
- Hauteur : 33 cm (13 in.) Largeur : 22cm (8 5/8 in.) Profondeur : 10 cm (4 in.)
sculpture chryséléphantine en bronze peint à froid, le visage, les bras, le ventre et les jambes en ivoire ; pose sur une base en onyx vert
Literature
Victor Arwas, Art Deco, éd. Academy, Londres, 1982, pp. 144-145
Victor Arwas, op. cit., pp. 36-37
Bryan Catley, op. cit., p. .303
Alberto Shayo, op. cit., p. 174
Victor Arwas, op. cit., pp. 36-37
Bryan Catley, op. cit., p. .303
Alberto Shayo, op. cit., p. 174
Condition
Figure is missing the ornamental `feather' in her cap. Ivory generally in good condition with some dirt on the surface and very slight discolouration. Some slight wear to cold painting commensurate with age. Very minor losses to onyx base.
"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."