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A German gilt bronze mounted granite and syenite model of the Bismarck obelisk-monument in Rheydt made by Adolf Gallinger, Munich, 1895
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- stone
- 47cm. high; 1ft. 6½in.
with a gilt bronze medal with Prince Bismarck profile bust, signed 'W.Mayer Suttg. / H.Durrich. M.', and dedication plaque 'Dem Fürsten Bismarck zum 1. April 1895, Raul und Ernst Schott, Rheydt'.
Provenance
Bismarck Museum Schönhausen, inv. nr. D XXVI 12;
Literature
Grousilliers, Tafel 4, ill. 4, p. 9.
Condition
In overall very good condition. Would benefit for a light clean, according to taste.
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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
This model was a gift of the people from the city of Rheydt (North-Rhine-Westphalia) to Bismarck and was personally delivered by Emil Schött on May 18th 1895. It was made from the same material as the original monument in Rheydt and Bismarck apparently was very pleased with this gift.