Lot Essay
The present lot is a preliminary design for the larger version near the former Christelijke kweekschool, Middelburg.
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Jacob wrestling with the angel
Details
Mari Andriessen (DUTCH, 1897-1979)
Jacob wrestling with the angel
signed with monogram (on the bronze base)
bronze with a brown patina
30 cm. high (excl. stone base)
Conceived in 1963, this piece is unique.
Jacob wrestling with the angel
signed with monogram (on the bronze base)
bronze with a brown patina
30 cm. high (excl. stone base)
Conceived in 1963, this piece is unique.
Provenance
Acquired from the artist by the late owner, thence by descent.
Literature
L. Tilanus, De beeldhouwer Mari Andriessen, Weesp 1984, p. 154, no. 61 C.
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