Lot 7362
Otto von Bismarck (1815 - 1898) - a portrait bust with hat
Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1500 Lots
Description
Bronzed copper galvano (rubbed), signed on the reverse “Magnussen, Berlin 169” and “Akt - Ges v. H. Gladenbeck u. Sohn”. A barely noticeable 2.5 cm loss to the lower front right side of the coat, small cracks at the bottom edge, signs of use and age. Height 40 cm.In the late 19th century, Magnussen (1861–1908) was a successful sculptor who received numerous commissions for monuments; he created the Bismarck statue in Kiel as well as several well-known portrait busts and statuettes of Bismarck that were considered particularly accomplished works. Kaiser Wilhelm II also commissioned him. Cf. Thieme-Becker XXIII, p. 565; Bismarck Museum in Jever.Condition: III Questions about the lot?
