M. A. SOMMER late 19th century / early 20th century lifesize polychrome hand painted + annotated plaster and papier mâché anatomical model of a horse's head.

An incredibly rare and hard to come by piece, especially in this condition.

Provenance;

Finch's 2020 (as featured in 'Catalogue 34 - Myth & Memory', previously Berlin collection until 2016..likely ex museum/university..

Can confirm made by M. A. SOMMER as illustrated in catalogue page from Sommer's Anniversary Catalogue of 1936. Model # Zo. 28. - Thanks to Hans Sommer for researching and providing this information, greatly appreciated.

As per description from the catalogue, originally modelled from a real horse's head at the Superior Veterinary School in Dresden.

Comes with original Finch's gold cloth bound catalogue.

In very good overall condition with minor imperfections and blemishes / patina etc. commensurate with age. Please refer to listing images as they form a large part of the description. More images to follow.

Dimensions:

Width 48cm

Height 60cm (with stand extended)

Height 37.5cm (head only)

Depth 10.5cm (head)

**IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ BEFORE BIDDING/BUYING** Have quoted free shipping, however please get in touch beforehand in order that can request an estimate to your location.

Shipping to MAINLAND UK tracked & insured to full value by SPECIALIST SHIPPER ONLY that crate/pack or specialist man and van service.

For man and van service, delivery times will vary depending on your location.

Can also drop off in/around London if pre arranged or welcome to collect.

**FOR INTERNATIONAL BUYERS HAVE QUOTED SHIPPING AS FREE, HOWEVER PLEASE GET IN TOUCH BEFORE BIDDING IN ORDER THAT CAN QUOTE AN ESTIMATED COST TO YOUR LOCATION. LIKE FOR UK SHIPPING, WILL NEED TO GO WITH A SPECIALIST SHIPPER CONSIDERING THE MEDIUM AND HIGH VALUE OF THE PIECE**

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