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Johann Philipp Ferdinand Preiss
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Johann Philipp Ferdinand Preiss
- "Gamine"
- cold-painted bronze and carved ivory on an onyx base
Provenance
Bryan Catley, London, circa 1980
Literature
Bryan Catley, Art Deco and Other Figures, Woodbridge, Suffolk, 1978, p. 260
Victor Arwas, Art Deco Sculpture, London, 1992, p. 193
Alberto Shayo, Ferdinand Preiss: Art Deco Sculptor, Woodbridge, Suffolk, 2005, p. 181
Victor Arwas, Art Deco Sculpture, London, 1992, p. 193
Alberto Shayo, Ferdinand Preiss: Art Deco Sculptor, Woodbridge, Suffolk, 2005, p. 181
Condition
Overall in good condition. The ivory used to execute this sculpture is very white in color in comparison to the other examples offered here, which suggests it may have been cleaned at some point. With stable vertical cracks measuring 3 ΒΌ inches in length to the central portion of the reverse of the legs. With what appears to be possible re-painting to the shoes. With the PK foundry stamp.
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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.
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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.