- 100
Hans Wilhelm Wildermann
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Hans Wilhelm Wildermann
- Dem Poseidon (To Poseidon)
- signed and dated: W / (SC)VLPSIT (?) ET INVENIT / MCMXIV – MCMXVII, and with Greek inscriptions on the base
- bronze, brown-green patina
Provenance
Frau de Greiff, Cologne, by 1933;
art market, Cologne, 2010
art market, Cologne, 2010
Literature
E. Scheyer Hans Wildermann: Werkfolge, Regensburg 1933 , p.17, no. 11
Condition
Overall the condition of the bronze is very good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is some greening in some of the crevices. A few original casting pins are slightly visible, including at the man's proper right arm. The horse's tail is cast separately. There are a few light scratches, including to the haunches of the horse, to the man's proper right shoulder blade, and to the 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."
Catalogue Note
Despite being a prolific and successful sculptor, Hans Wildermann focused his career on scenic design. His activity on the stage brought him to numerous major German cities, including Cologne, Berlin and Munich, where he created not only the backdrops to opera productions but also public sculpture, primarily in bronze. The present group, apparently a unique cast, is reminiscent of Wildermann's Jüngling mit Pferd which stands outside the Stadionschwimmbad in Cologne. Its conception suggests that the present group may have served as a model for a large-scale monument.