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Ferdinand Preiss
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- 'The Red Dancer' or 'Charleston Dancer'
- the bronze base marked 'F. Preiss' and with 'PK' monogram for Preiss & Kassler, Berlin
- Bronze, ivory, onyx and marbel
- 43.5cm.;
- 1ft 5¼in.
silvered and cold painted bronze and ivory, heightened with colour, green onyx and black marble base
Literature
Arwas, 1982, p. 143; Arwas, 1984, p. 92; Catley, 2000, p. 282
Condition
A stylish piece of good overall condition. Ivory slightly more yellow than the illustration suggests. Couple of very minor chips to edges of base. Minor typical wear to surface of bronze and to colouring of hairband. Ivory generally good with one very minor crack to top of head and some wear to colouring commensurate with age. A striking model in good overall condition, ready for display.
Prospective purchasers are reminded that this lot 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 52 of the printed catalogue 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."
Catalogue Note
Important Notice
Prospective purchasers are reminded that most items in this sale contain 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 52 of the 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.