Lot 523
523
An Australian blackwood and Queensland maple hall stand
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An Australian blackwood and Queensland maple hall stand

IN THE MANNER AFTER ROBERT PRENZEL, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

Details
An Australian blackwood and Queensland maple hall stand
In the manner after Robert Prenzel, early 20th century
The relief carved panels depicting kangaroo's, racing emu's and other flora and fauna
90¾in. (230.5cm.) high, 41¾in. (106cm.) wide, 12¼in. (31cm.) deep
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This lot will be subject to VAT at the rate of 17.5% on the buyer's premium This lot is subject to Collection and Storage charges

Lot Essay

Robert Prenzel (1866-1941) emigrated to Australia from Prussia in 1888. By 1900 he established his own business as a furniture manufacturer in South Melbourne, mainly operating from South Yarra from 1910 to 1930.
Prenzel created an uniquely Australian translation of the Art Nouveau and American Arts and Crafts styles. This lot illustrates a similar use of the native flora and fauna carved in a characterful manner.

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