Bidspirit auction | Charles Schreyvogel, 1861-1912, The Last

Charles Schreyvogel, 1861-1912, The Last Drop, Patinated Bronze - Charles Schreyvogel 1861-1912 The Last Drop Patinated Bronze Inscribed on base: ”Copyright 1900 by / Chas Schreyvogel.” Inscribed on underside: ”No. 35.” Inscribed on side of base ”Roman Bronze Works N-Y-”. Charles Schreyvogel created a clay sculpture to model his 1899 oil painting by the same name, now located in the Tacoma Museum of Art. He eventually began casting the model in bronze in 1903. Most castings known bare the later copyright date of 1903, with only a handful with the 1900 date. There were 150 authorized castings of ”The Last Drop” with this example being number 35. Provenance: Property of a New Jersey Family Note: This bronze has remained in the same house since the 1930s and is now being deaccessed by the family. 12 x 18 5/8 x 5 in. (30.5 x 47.3 x 12.7 cm.) Condition: Condition reports are not provided in catalog descriptions. The absence of a condition report does not guarantee that the lot is in good condition or free from damage and wear. We encourage you to request a condition report and/or additional photos prior to bidding on any lot. We also recommend asking for a shipping quote before bidding. CASH, CASHIER CHECK, MONEY ORDER, AND WIRE TRANSFER ARE THE ONLY METHODS OF PAYMENT ACCEPTED FOR JEWELRY.