$2,133
Bing & Grondahl White Porcelain Sculpture by Kai Nielsen, c. 1925, modeled as "The Water Mother," after Nielsen's marble sculpture, Vandmoderen , in the winter garden of Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, depicting a reclining nude woman nursing two children, ht. 11, lg. approx. 19 1/4 in. Note: Accompanied by letter from Royal Scandinavia Company dated 1999, identifying the artist and subject, and referencing that the figure was originally made for display at the Paris Exhibition (Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes) of 1925, which featured high style Art Deco design. Very good condition throughout with no cracks, chips or restorations.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2008-07-12
