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Johann Philipp Ferdinand Preiss
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Johann Philipp Ferdinand Preiss
- "Oarswoman"
- cold-painted bronze and carved ivory on an onyx base
Provenance
Bryan Catley, London, circa 1980
Literature
Victor Arwas, Art Deco Sculpture, London, 1992, p. 192
Condition
Overall in excellent condition. This sculpture has retained a beautiful color and patination. The oar element is separate and can be removed from the sculpture for the purposes of shipping. With intricate carving of the features and the sculpture has retained the color applied to the ivory in the rendering of the eyes and hair. With some rubbing and losses to the painted surface of one foot. With some tight age cracks to the ivory to the face portion of the sculpture. Due to the fragile nature of this sculpture, special handling and/or packing may be required during the shipping process. Please inquire directly with the 20th Century Design or Post Sale Services Departments if you have any questions or require assistance regarding the shipping of this item.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.