Lot 40

FERDINAND PREISS (1882-1943): AN ART DECO COLD PAINTED BRONZE AND IVORY FIGURES OF 'BUTTERFLY DANCERS'

Circa 1930
Modelled mid dance in flared dresses, arms and legs outstretched, mounted on an octagonal green onyx base, signed to the onyx ‘F. Priess’, overall 47cm high

Estimate: £4,000 - £6,000
Hammer price: £9,500
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.


Condition: Good general condition, some minor marks and scratches to the painted metal, some very minor nibble chips to the onyx base. Ivory parts secure in metal with some very minor movement. No substantial damage or restoration.

Black base 22cm wide, 5.5cm high. Onyx base 12.5cm wide, 11cm high. Entire base to metal figure 16.5cm high.




IVORY REFERENCE: N91P8P9T

Provenance: The Purple Shop – The Anthony Gardner Collection.
See Bellmans website article for further information: https://www.bellmans.co.uk/story/the-purple-shop-the-anthony-gardner-collection

Footnote
Prospective buyers should be aware that some countries have limitations on importing items made from endangered species, including materials such as coral, ivory, and tortoiseshell. Therefore, it is advisable for potential buyers to familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations before placing bids, particularly if they intend to import this lot into another country.

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