Galerie Günther Franke, Munich
Sale: Parke-Bernet, New York, May 18, 1972, lot 87
Acquired at the above sale

Friedrich Hewicker & Wolf Stubbe, Ernst Barlach, Plastik, Munich, 1959, nos. 6-7, illustrations of another cast, n.p.
Friedrich Schult, Ernst Barlach, Das Plastische Werk, Hamburg, 1959, no. 64, illustration of another cast p. 62
Carl Dietrich Carls, Ernst Barlach, London, 1969, illustration of another cast p. 31
Elisabeth Laur, Ernst Barlach, Das Plastische Werk, Güstrow, 2006, no. 112, illustra𒊎tion of another cast p. 103

Golden brown patina. Minor surface dirt in deeper crevices. Minor patina rubbing on figure's right shoulder and top of figure's head. A few minor nicks and scratches throughout, otherwise fine. Work is in very good condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.