Ferdinand Preiss (German, 1882-1943) - Gilt Patinated Bronze and Ivory Figure of a Grecian with Torch, c. 1925 - Shapiro Auctions

Lot #503 - Ferdinand Preiss (German, 1882-1943) - Gilt Patinated Bronze and Ivory Figure of a Grecian with Torch, c. 1925

Auction House:

Shapiro Auctions
Sale Name:

Fine Furniture, Silver, Decorative Arts
Sale Date:

08 Dec 2020 ~ 4pm (AEDT)
Lot #:

503
Lot Description:

Ferdinand Preiss (German, 1882-1943) - Gilt Patinated Bronze and Ivory Figure of a Grecian with Torch, c. 1925
modelled as a classical maiden in a long dress, with arm outstretched holding a flaming torch, signed in cast 'F PreiB', on a marble base
height 25 cm
References:

Cf. for comparison Brian Catley, Art Deco and Other Figures, pub. Woodbridge 1978, p. 264
Estimate:

A$6,000 - 9,000
Realised Price:

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Category:

Sculpture & Statuary

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