CAST AND CARVED FROM A MODEL BY PAUL PHILIPPE, CIRCA 1925, ROSENTHAL UND MAEDER FOUNDERS

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'DANCER WITH TURBAN', A COLD-PAINTED BRONZE AND IVORY SCULPTURE**
Cast and carved from a model by Paul Philippe, circa 1925, Rosenthal und Maeder founders
the figure's turban, necklace and shoes set with "jewels", on domed green onyx base
25 5/8in. (65cm.) high
signed in the maquette P. Philippe R.u.M.

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Notice Regarding the Sale of Material from Endangered Species. Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country

Lot Essay

cf. Victor Arwas, op. cit., p. 151.
In 1929 the Berlin firm Rosenthal und Maeder was acquired by Preiss & Kassler, enlarging the range of artistic talent there to include designers Paul Philippe, Professor Otto Poertzel and Hans Harders, among others.

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