Western European Sculpture

Dancer with a Tambourine

    Dancer with a Tambourine

    Germany, Berlin

    c. 1930

    Preiss Ferdinand

    Bronze, ivory, marble (base); casting, patination, ivory carving

    H. 34,2 cm

    Signature «F. Preiss» on the reverse

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    Raised arms, a thrown-back head and a tambourine held high create the climax of a dance. The gilded bronze costume continues the movement of the body in deep folds, while pale ivory arms, legs and head contrast with the warm metal. A pinkish-gray stone base provides a calm support.

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    5260MC1113/ИЗО