Lot 6720
Rudolf Kaesbach (1873–1955) – An equestrian statue of King Frederick II of Prussia
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
A finely detailed bronze bust of "Old Fritz" (1712–1786). The artist's signature, "R. Kaesbach", is visible at the top of the cast plinth. The crowned royal cipher "FR" (movable) is affixed to the front of the plinth. Signs of wear and age. Total height approx. 52 cm. Slight signs of age with a fine patina. Rudolf Kaesbach studied at the academies in Paris and Brussels, amongst others. He became known for his life-size figures, particularly depictions of female nudes. Kaesbach exhibited at the GDK in Munich between 1939 and 1943.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
