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ART DECO COLD-PAINTED BRONZE "GIRL IN THE TRICORN HAT" BY JOSEF LORENZL (AUSTRIAN, 1892-1950)
Vienna, Austria, circa 1920s; marked verso "MADE IN AUSTRIA / REAL BRONZE", signed "Lorenzl" in script
Item # 105BNP14A
An exquisite cast of a dancer by Josef Lorenzl and executed in Vienna, Austria circa the 1920s, this inordinately fine model features crisp features, intricate garment work and a wonderful overall green cold-painted surface. It is situated over an original onyx plinth base.
Measurements: 12 11/16" H (total, including base) x 3 5/16" W x 3 3/4" D
Condition Report:
Light wear to cold-paint throughout, including the tips of her hat, throughout her garment, the tip of her nose, a few spots along her legs and shoes; trace inpainting visible under UV to her leg, upper arm and rim of hat; professionally cleaned and sealed with beeswax; a fine presentation.