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Georg Kolbe
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Georg Kolbe
- Kniende II (Kneeling girl II)
- inscribed with the artist's monogram
- bronze
- height: 30.3cm., 12in.
Provenance
Otto M. Gerson, Fine Arts Associates, New York
Private Collection, London (acquired from the above)
Thence by descent to the present owner
Private Collection, London (acquired from the above)
Thence by descent to the present owner
Exhibited
New York, Fine Arts Associates, From Rodin to Lipchitz, 1956, no. 79
Literature
Richard Scheibe, Georg Kolbe, Marburg, 1931, no. 33, illustration of another cast
Condition
Lovely red-brown patina. There is some dryness to the patina and light wear to the surface, most prominently to the soles of the figure's feet and knees, consistent with age and handling. There is a casting hole to the figure's proper left knee. This work is in overall good condition.
"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."