$450
Augusta Christine Fells Savage (American, 1892-1962), "For the Youngest Delegate"-1982, posthumously cast bronze figural sculpture after a 1936 soap carving by the artist, side with "SAVAGE", back with "19" for the number in the edition above "N. NC. 1936 To the youngest Delegate". Figural sculpture depicting a charming child's face at center of a oval medallion or cartouche, sculpture supported on a green marble rectangular plinth base. Overall approximate height 6"x 1.75". Provenance: From the Private Collection of Benno & Babette Rothschild, Columbus, Georgia. Note: Savage is a noted African American sculpture and artist associated with her contributions within the Harlem Renaissance. In 1939, she was commissioned to create a sculpture for the New York World's Fair.
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2016-01-03
