Life-sized statue of a black child titled "The Fishing Boy".
Original painted surface.Circa 1895.
Friedrich Goldsheider
is well known for his unusual, comical poses. Goldscheider figures are very much sought after by collectors world wide and
reach astonishing prices at major auction houses.Executed as only a wonderful 19th century craftsman could. Minor chips. Repairable damage to one leg. l
16"w
x 53"h
Price: Sold
at Sotheby's (NYC) on 10/22/08 for $15,000.00. Original website asking price $7500.00
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