Y FERDINAND PREISS (1882-1943)
'ARCHER' (DIANA) FIGURE, CIRCA 1930 cold painted bronze, carved and painted ivory, onyx, inscribed F. PREISS, impressed to bronze PK33.8cm wide, 58.5cm high (overall), 52cm high (figure and plinth), 37cm high (figure only)Literature: Catley, B. Art Deco and other Figures, Woodbridge 2003, p.289 Alberto Shayo, A. Ferdinand Preiss, Art Deco Sculptor, the fire and the flame, Woodbridge 2005, p.105 where the smaller version of this model is illustratedNote: At the beginning of the 20th Century the German Ferdinand Preiss established a company with Arthur Kassler known as Preiss-Kassler and until his death in 1943 he continued to design sculptures. Regarded as one of the most important Art Deco sculptors, he is acclaimed for his popular mixed media (chryselephantine) figures which were affordable to the middle class and appropriately sized for the home. His works were usually based on classical and mythical subjects, such as The Archer, circa 1925, which appears to represent Diana the huntress from Roman mythology. Amongst his other favoured subjects were idealised children, women at leisure sunbathing or holding parasols, or figures involved in sporting endeavours such as ice-skating, playing tennis, football or golf, or even javelin throwing. Preiss' Archer was executed in two sizes, the present lot representing one of only a few known examples of the rare larger variant.Note: Please be aware that this lot contains material that may be subject to import/export restrictions, especially outside the EU, due to CITES regulations. Please note it is the buyer's sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence. For more information visit https://www.defra.gov.uk/ahvla-en/imports-exports/cites/
ATTRIB. F. PREISS BRONZE SCULPTUREDESCRIPTION: A signed bronze sculpture attributed to F. Preiss depicting a student in a lying position holding an open book on his left hand. The sculpture is signed "F. Preiss" to the verso. The sculpture sits atop a black marble rectangular base. CIRCA: Early 20th Century. ORIGIN: France. DIMENSIONS: H: 9 1/2" W: 11" D: 6". CONDITION: Vintage condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Girl with Hoop by Ferdinand Preiss Ferdinand Preiss (German 1882-1943) 20th Century.? Carved ivory figure of a girl with iridescent polychrome highlights on bronze and metal hoop?on marble base inscribed F .Preiss/ Germany? on base artist's mark on base and on figure; Ht. 8.25 in.Artist also known as Fritz Preiss or Johann Philipp Preiss. Condition: Both ankles have been repaired.
Sonny Boy by Ferdinand Preiss Ferdinand Preiss (German 1882-1943) 20th Century. Carved ivory figure of a boy?with iridescent polychrome highlights on bronze on marble base inscribed F .Preiss/ Germany on base artist's mark on base and on figure; Ht. 8.25 in.Artist also known as Fritz Preiss or Johann Philipp Preiss. Condition: Vertical hairline cracks down both legs of figure and through head of figure.? Paint worn in places especially on figure's left shoe.
After Ferdinand Preiss Bronze SculptureDepicting a Greek figure holding a bow with hound at her feet stamped F. Preiss. Ferdinand Preiss 1882-1943 lived in Austria/Germany and was known for his sculptures 16.5'' H not including marble base good condition. Circa 20th century.
JOHANN PHILIPP FERDINAND PREISS (1882 - 1943)The Stile; cold-painted bronze mounted to green onyx base; signed "F. Preiss" to rear of base; Preiss and Kessler foundry mark to figure's right pant leg; Provenance: Chuck Fries, Godfather of the Television Movie, and Ava Fries Estate, Beverly Hills; 10 inches high Condition:
FERDINAND PREISS ART DECO NUDE FEMALE FIGURE Johann Philipp Ferdinand Preiss (German, 1882-1943), early 20th century. Art Deco carved bone figurine of seated nude woman, raised on green onyx pedestal base. Etched F. Preiss to onyx. Catalog Note: This scupture decorated the living room at the Windcrofte House on Tuxedo Road. Approx. h. 4.75", w. 1.5" (base).
FERDINAND PREISS BRONZES, 'HOOP GIRL' & 'SONNY BOY'Johann Philipp Ferdinand Preiss
(German, 1882-1943)
Hoop Girl and Sonny Boy (circa 1925)
Bronze
Each 9" x 5 1/4" x 3 1/4"
Brown patinated. Each presented on red onyx plinths. Each is marked "F. Preiss / 1" to the back of the bronze base.
Provenance: The collection of Shirley Bush Helzberg.
Condition
Each is in very good condition, with minor wears to the patina.
Ferdinand Preiss (1882-1943) 'Javelin Thrower' c.1925 cold-painted bronze and ivory on an onyx plinth inscribed 'F. Preiss' 10.5ins. - a/f Estimate ?600-1 000 As can be seen the figure is lacking the entire javelin only a small 1 inch section remains in the left hand the figure is also loose on its stand the figures left foot has broken away from the screw thread in the onyx and there is some loss to the tip of that foot there is a glue repaired break to the other ankle with one small loss there the little finger is lacking to the left hand and there are 5 or 6 hairline cracks to the right arm and two large cracks to the head and a couple of other smaller cracks the left arm has also been broken at the shoulder and poorly glue repaired and very messy at this point. A crack also to each of the legs. General rubbing and some light scratches to the patina throughout to the bronze. Attention will be needed - as found. AGE IS CIRCA 1925 NOT EASY TO REPAIR WOULD HAVE BEEN HOLDING A BRONZE AND IVORY JAVELIN. FURTHER IMAGES ALREADY AVAILABLE AT WWW.GORRINGES.CO.UK Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Gorringes Conditions of Sale.Sold for ?9 500
BRONZE AND IVORY FIGURE SIGNED F. PREISS INSCRIBED SIGN...Bronze and ivory figure signed F. Preiss inscribed signature, 14.5"H, age unknown
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Condition:
Repair to left pinky, age striations to legs and head, age unknown. Please inspect in person, as no refunds will be given
Ferdinand Preiss Bronze and Ivory Figure of Girl with Hoop and Boy with Book larger 8 3/8'' overall each inscribed on edge of onyx base ''F. Preiss'' circa 1925
Y FERDINAND PREISS (1892-1943)
TWO FIGURES, CIRCA 1930 ivory, raised on oval onyx bases, carved signature to each F. PREISS, 18.2cm and 17.2cm high(2)Literature: Catley, B. Art Deco and other Figures ACC 2003, p.280 where similar examples are illustratedNote: Please be aware that this lot contains material that may be subject to import/export restrictions, especially outside the EU, due to CITES regulations. Please note it is the buyer's sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence. For more information visit https://www.defra.gov.uk/ahvla-en/imports-exports/cites/
Bronze sculpture of Diana with hound Continental 20th century with dark brown patina bearing signature on base: F. Preiss raised on oval marble plinth. H18 3/4'' L12'' Provenance: Bluffton South Carolina private collection.
Circa 1920 - 1930 signed to base 'F. Preiss' (1882 - 1943 German) depicting a young girl in a green dress with a hoop on a rectangular green onyx base overall. 8'' H x 4.75'' W x 2.5'' D.
After F. Preiss a bronze figure of a woman approx. 30 cm high with base.
Art Deco Style Bronze of a Womanbalancing on a ball 18'' tall black marble base after F. Preiss.
After F. Preiss Art Deco Lady & Greyhound BronzeBronze depicting a seated lady with top open on her dress with a greyhound next to her on marble base. 18'' H x 10.5'' W signed on left. Private collection Buffton SC.
Y FERDINAND PREISS (1882-1943)
'CON BRIO', CIRCA 1925 cold-painted bronze, ivory and patinated ivory onyx, signed in bronze F. PREISS29.2cm high, 34.3cm high including base Literature:Catley, B. Art Deco and other FiguresACC 2003, p.303 where a similar example is illustrated Note: Please be aware that this lot contains material that may be subject to import/export restrictions, especially outside the EU, due to CITES regulations. Please note it is the buyer's sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence. For more information visit https://www.defra.gov.uk/ahvla-en/imports-exports/cites/
Y FERDINAND PREISS (1882-1943)
BALLET DANCER, CIRCA 1925 cold painted bronze, ivory and black slate, signed in the bronze F. PREISS14cm high, 18.8cm high including base Literature:Catley, B. Art Deco and other FiguresACC 2003, p.272 where a similar example is illustratedNote: Please be aware that this lot contains material that may be subject to import/export restrictions, especially outside the EU, due to CITES regulations. Please note it is the buyer's sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence. For more information visit https://www.defra.gov.uk/ahvla-en/imports-exports/cites/
Y FERDINAND PREISS (1882-1943)
'TAMBORINE DANCER', CIRCA 1920 cold painted bronze, carved and painted ivory, onyx, etched to rear of plinth F. PREISS19cm wide, 16.5cm highLiterature: Catley, B. Art Deco and other Figures ACC 2003, p.283 where a similar example is illustratedNote: Please be aware that this lot contains material that may be subject to import/export restrictions, especially outside the EU, due to CITES regulations. Please note it is the buyer's sole responsibility to obtain any relevant export or import licence. For more information visit https://www.defra.gov.uk/ahvla-en/imports-exports/cites/