Adolf Karl Johannes Brütt

Sotheby's London, 30 May 2008, lot 132

Overall, the condition of the bronze is good, with minor dirt and wear to the surface consistent with age. There is some minor dark spotting to the gilt patina, in particular to the chest. There are a series of lighter patches or plugs running down the side of the body from the proper left breast through to the upper leg. There are some patches of dirt, including to the buttocks. There are some small chips and abrasion to the edges of the marble base. The swords are separately cast.
"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.
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Adolf Brütt studied at the Berlin Academy before moving to Munich, where he became part of the Munich secession. Brütt won a gold medal in the Paris Exposition Universelle of 1900. A larger bronze version of his Schwerttänzerin is in the Kiel Rathaus.

RELATED LITERATURE
E. Benezit, Dictionaire des peintres, sculpteurs, dessinateurs et graveurs, vol. 2, Paris, 1999, p.908.;
C. Steckner, Der Bildhauer Adolf Brütt, Berlin, 1989, pp. 145-150.