PROFESSOR OTTO POERTZEL (German, 1876-1963). Classical Beauty, Gilt-bronze and ivory; on a stepped green marble base, base signed Prof. Poertzel - 20 1/2 in. high, overall Estimate $6,000-7,000
PROVENANCE: Estate of Emmanuel Fellouzis, Largo, FL. Former owner of Ford Steuben Auction and Importing Company. (Active 1974-1982, Ohio)
This is a period piece. There is rubed gilding throughout. The ivory has age cracks consistent with age and material; there are minor fleabites along the ivory garland in the hair.
