Lot 128
“Worker with a Wheel”, Ernst Seger (Neurode 1865–1939 Berlin), bronze
Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A109kua | Live auction | 1190 Lots
Description
Dark brown patinated bronze, on a black marble base with white veining. Bears the signature "E. Seger." on the integral plinth; the rear short side with the foundry mark "BILDGIESSEREI / KRAAS / BERLIN S 42". Depicting a worker leaning forward and gripping a large spoked wheel with both hands. The patina rubbed to the high points and more extensively across the legs; isolated superficial scratches. Scattered green corrosion products and pale deposits to the plinth. The marble base with scratches, rubbing and minor chips to the edges and corners. Sculpture approx. 23.5 × 25 × 9.5 cm; base approx. 8 × 22 × 11 cm. Following a period in Auguste Rodin's studio in 1893/94, Seger produced figurative works situated between Art Nouveau and Neoclassicism.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
