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Johann Philipp Ferdinand Preiss
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Johann Philipp Ferdinand Preiss
- "Skater"
base engraved F. Preiss
- cold-painted bronze and carved ivory on an onyx base
Provenance
Bryan Catley, London, circa 1980
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Bryan Catley, Art Deco and Other Figures, Woodbridge, Suffolk, 1978, p. 271
Victor Arwas, Art Deco Sculpture, London, 1992, p. 200
Alberto Shayo, Ferdinand Preiss: Art Deco Sculptor, Woodbridge, Suffolk, 2005, p. 151
Victor Arwas, Art Deco Sculpture, London, 1992, p. 200
Alberto Shayo, Ferdinand Preiss: Art Deco Sculptor, Woodbridge, Suffolk, 2005, p. 151
Condition
Overall in excellent original condition. The silver-painted body of the skater with some light surface scratches and a few minor areas of discoloration. With some minor rubbing at the back of the proper right skate and lower leg. The ivory carved face and hands are in excellent condition with a beautiful subtlety in the carving. The proper right hand of the figure is slithly loos the touch but presently stable but there is a slight gap between the cuff of the costume and hand. A small portion of the ivory hand that should be hidden by the cuff of the costume is exposed. This is minor and on;ly visible on close inspection. Base is in good condition with a few scattered shallow scratches and a a minor to one of the top corners of the black onyx portion of the base. This is an elegant and graceful figure and the detailing of the carving and subtleties of the painting give the impression of gentle motion.
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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.