Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 86

The Manuscripts, Collectibles & Space Auction

Sculpture

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1235		*Standing Lady Liberty Folk Art Sculpture.* Charming 20th Century standing Lady Liberty (29" x 8" x 2") on ball and pedestal including carved figure, pedestal, flag, star sash and garland ornamented with antiqued polychrome paints and strips of glued, vintage cloth seamstress's measuring tape. Missing tip to one extended finger; otherwise fine. Buyer responsible for third party shipping. Call to make arrangements. Estimated Value $500 - 600. Ex. The Claude Harkins Collection of Americana; Thomaston Place Auctions Gallerlies, 8/31/08, lot 687. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $288
Lot 1236		Binder, Erwin. Transcendence of Man. Erwin Binder (1934-1993), a veteran of the United States Air Force, learned to cast metal and work with stone as an employee at his family's jewelry business. Wanting to develop these skills further, he enrolled at the Otis Art Institute in Los Angeles and subsequently produced numerous monumental public sculptures throughout Southern California in the 1970s and 1980s. He was also deeply influenced by Mexican culture, most notably the surreal portrait work of José Clemente Orozco. Offered here is a signed and dated sculpture released in 1978, #2 of an edition of 10 called "Transcedence of Man" measuring 17" tall including the square marble base. Sculpture is in superior condition and quite striking. 24 pounds. Buyer responsible for shipping. In excellent condition. Estimated Value $1,600 - 2,800. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $1,200
Lot 1237		Binder, Erwin. The Lovers. Erwin Binder (1934-1993), a veteran of the United States Air Force, learned to cast metal and work with stone as an employee at his family's jewelry business. Wanting to develop these skills further, he enrolled at the Otis Art Institute in Los Angeles and subsequently produced numerous monumental public sculptures throughout Southern California in the 1970s and 1980s. He was also deeply influenced by Mexican culture, most notably the surreal portrait work of José Clemente Orozco. Offered is "The Lovers" a remarkable sculpture evoking the sculptor, his wife, and their son, signed by the artist, dated 1981, edition #2/9 and of bronze mounted on marble base. Measuring 32" x 13" x 13" with base and weighing approximately 38 pounds. Buyer responsible for shipping. In excellent condition. Estimated Value $2,500 - 4,000. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $4,440
Lot 1238		Davidson, Jo. Lincoln, Abraham. Bronze Bust by Jo Davidson. A remarkable bronze bust of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, by renowned American sculpture, Jo Davidson (1883-1952). Bust measures 10 x 4½" with marble base and is in mint condition. On collar of coat at nape of neck can be found the artist's stamp dated 1943. Considered one of the "Young American Artists of the Modern School" in the early 1900s, Davidson's reputation was secured in 2006 when the National Portrait Gallery opened a permanent exhibit of his work,"Jo Davidson: Biographer in Bronze," with 14 works in bronze and terra-cotta on display. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $1,560
Lot 1239		Guerrero, Zarco. Nagual Mask, Jaguar. Zarco Guerrero, resident of Mesa, Arizona has a long distinquished career for his modern interpretation of masks used in the celebration of "Day of the Dead" festivities. "Nagual" is an Aztec term used to describe the Guardian Spirit of Man - while emphasizing his animal characteristic and nature. Thus the term Nagual Mask is used to describe this modern style of mask. Of wood, hand painted ornamented with fur, antlers and bead necklace. Mask is signed and dated, 1984 beautifully presented in a lucite shadow box measuring 21" x 20" x 10" and is in mint condition. Buyer responsible for shipping. Estimated Value $400 - 600. View details and enlarged photo	Unsold
Lot 1240		Handsome European Ceremonial Drinking Horn. Early 20th century or earlier. Large animal horn with decorative metal fittings sitting on a fierce griffin styled base. A most impressive piece that probably once graced the decor of a European hunting lodge. Today, perfect for a "Man Cave". All in excellent condition. Height 19½ x 19½. Weight: 7 lbs, 13.6 oz. Estimated Value $500 - 750. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $576
Lot 1241		Krausz, Joseph. Vision of Plenty. Joseph Krausz (b. 1936) a Hungarian born artist who now resides in Los Angeles, CA, became inspired by the works of Remington and Russel and set about pursuing his passion in Western Art and wildlife. Now represented in galleries throughout the world, offered here is a beautiful bronze with hand painted color detailing of an American Indian, #13 of a limited run of 36 measuring 17" in height and 12" in diameter, weighing in at 30 pounds and in mint condition. Note: Buyer responsible for shipping. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $1,140
Lot 1242		Tirtoff, Romain De, Erté. Ecstacy. Romain de Tirtoff, who went by his pseudonymn Erté for some 75 years is considered the father of Art Deco. Born in St. Petersburg, Russia he moved to Paris to pursue design and graphic arts and in short order landed his first contract with Harper's Bazaar. That exposure led to spectacular and opulent stage collaborations with Florenz Ziegfeld, opera, dance and finally Hollywood. In the 1960s with the revival of Art Deco, Erté enjoyed a late career revival in his graphic arts, and sculpture that continues today. Offered is his striking and elegant "Ecstacy" 20" x 9½" x 7" issued in 1989 #77 of an edition of 500 weighing 26 pounds, mounted on polished marble. Buyer responsible for shipping. Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $1,688
Lot 1243		Tirtoff, Romain De, Erté. Femmes de Luxe. Romain de Tirtoff, who went by his pseudonymn Erté for some 75 years is considered the father of Art Deco. Born in St. Petersburg, Russia he moved to Paris to pursue design and graphic arts and in short order landed his first contract with Harper's Bazaar. That exposure led to spectacular and opulent stage collaborations with Florenz Ziegfeld, opera, dance and finally Hollywood. In the 1960s with the revival of Art Deco, Erté enjoyed a late career revival in his graphic arts, and sculpture that continues today. Offered is one of Erté's most dramatic sculptures, "Femme de Luxe" boasting a fantastic and elaborate robe detailed with dancing flames, dramatically trailing and pooling behind. #281 of a limited edition of 500 piece measures 18½" x 12½" x 7" and is in overall very fine condition with only the most minimum evidence of handling. Lovely. Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $2,125
Lot 1244		Tirtoff, Romain de, Erté. Hera and Zeus. Romain de Tirtoff, who went by his pseudonymn Erté for some 75 years is considered the father of Art Deco. Born in St. Petersburg, Russia he moved to Paris to pursue design and graphic arts and in short order landed his first contract with Harper's Bazaar. That exposure led to spectacular and opulent stage collaborations with Florenz Ziegfeld, opera, dance and finally Hollywood. In the 1960s with the revival of Art Deco, Erté enjoyed a late career revival in his graphic arts, and sculpture that continues today. Offered here is a set of bronzes of "Hera and Zeus" 23" x 16" x 13" stamped #436 from a limited production of 500. Combined weight a total of nearly 50 pounds. In excellent condition with only the most minimum evidence of handling and an occasional pinpoint of oxidation that in no way detracts from the magnificence of this pair. Buyer responsible for shipping. Estimated Value $3,000 - 4,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,875
Lot 1245		Tirtoff, Romain De, Erté. La Tosca. Romain de Tirtoff, who went by his pseudonymn Erté for some 75 years is considered the father of Art Deco. Born in St. Petersburg, Russia he moved to Paris to pursue design and graphic arts and in short order landed his first contract with Harper's Bazaar. That exposure led to spectacular and opulent stage collaborations with Florenz Zeigfeld, opera, dance and finally Hollywood. In the 1960s with the revival of Art Deco, Erté enjoyed a late career revival in his graphic arts, and sculpture that continues today. Offered is his sculpture "La Tosca" # 214 from an edition of 500 boasting an elegant line with beautiful detail. Beautiful condition. Estimated Value $2,000 - 4,000. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $2,250
Lot 1246		Tirtoff, Romain De, Erté. L'Amour du Vin. Romain de Tirtoff, who went by his pseudonymn Erté for some 75 years is considered the father of Art Deco. Born in St. Petersburg, Russia he moved to Paris to pursue design and graphic arts and in short order landed his first contract with Harper's Bazaar. That exposure led to spectacular and opulent stage collaborations with Florenz Ziegfeld, opera, dance and finally Hollywood. In the 1960s with the revival of Art Deco, Erté enjoyed a late career revival in his graphic arts, and sculpture that continues today. Offered is one of Erté's more lyrical sculptures "L'Amour du Vin" and indeed the detail of vines, leaves and grapes in beautiful detail within the dress and skull cap is elegant and yet charming. A wonderful celebration of the art of wine. #439 of an edition of 500 issued in 1990 and measuring 19" x 9" x 9" and weighing 24 pounds and is in excellent condition with only two or three flee bites and minor evidence of handling. Buyer responsible for shipping. Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $2,625
Lot 1247		Tirtoff, Romain De, Erté. Opening Night. Romain de Tirtoff, who went by his pseudonymn Erté for some 75 years is considered the father of Art Deco. Born in St. Petersburg, Russia he moved to Paris to pursue design and graphic arts and in short order landed his first contract with Harper's Bazaar. That exposure led to spectacular and opulent stage collaborations with Florenz Ziegfeld, opera, dance and finally Hollywood. In the 1960s with the revival of Art Deco, Erté enjoyed a late career revival in his graphic arts, and sculpture that continues today. Offered is the bronze "Opening Night" 20¼" x 13¼" x 12½" a beautiful example of Erté's command of elegance. Stamped #273 of an edition of 375 and weighs 26 pounds. Piece is in excellent condition with only the most minor evidence of handling and ever so slight tarnishing to the metal tassels. Buyer responsible for shipping. Estimated Value $2,000 - 4,000. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $2,750
Lot 1248		Zuñiga, Francisco. Nude Leaning Over " Mujer Agachada". José Jesús Francisco Zúñiga Chavarría (1912-1998) was a Costa Rican-born Mexican artist, acclaimed the world over both for his painting and his sculpture, considered "one of the best sculptors of the Mexican political modern style" according to Encyclopedia Britannica. Offered is a lovely bronze in rich brown patina on wood base entitled "Nude Leaning Over". Sculpture measures 9.¾" x 9.¾" x 9", weighing 6½ pounds and and in superb condition. Gallery COA included. Estimated Value $3,000 - 4,000. View details and enlarged photo	Realized $6,300