Ferdinand Preiss, 'Admire', c. 1920, Little boy.... Lot 385

Ferdinand Preiss, 'Admire', c. 1920, Little boy. H. 7 cm (with base). Carved ivory. Base signed: F. Preiss (incised). Onyx base. This lot contains materials protected by the Washington conservation agreement such as ivory, rhino horn, rosewood etc. Many countries have changed their import / export laws regarding these materials in recent years. Thus, Quittenbaum needs to ask any potential Buyer to check with their own government regarding any importation requirements prior to placing a bid.  , Shayo, Ferdinand Preiss, Woodbridge 2005, p. 127.