Premier Auction - Session I
Fri, Sep 16, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 720
Wilhelm Hunt Diederich Rare Horse Racing Bronze
Estimate: $30,000 - $50,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
(American, 1884-1953)
At the Start, possibly a unique work, signed in base with conjoined monogram "WHD", foundry mark "Roman Bronze Works N-Y-", patinated bronze, 18-1/2 x 20 x 20 in.
Note: The subject of a jockey is not uncommon in the work of Hunt Diederich, one of which is replicated in this bronze that includes three jockeys at the start of a race. The use of three is extraordinarily rare and may suggest this is a unique work.
Provenance: Private North Carolina Collection
Condition
good condition, dark brown patina, possible sight rubbing to center horse, some minor abrasions to base
