This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/31/2020
Humboldt and the Globe. Flein: Rüdiger Deutsch, ca. 2000. A bust statue of explorer Alexander von Humboldt and a miniature globe, when covered with matching decorated covers transpose from one to the other and back again, ad infinitum. Hand-painted faux marble bases concealing spring-loaded mechanisms (which lock), height of each canister 17”. One of only three or four sets manufactured. Similar to Schiller and the Bell (see lot 29). Minor wear to one cover.