After Franz KLEIN, Beethoven mask in plaster, undated Dim. approx. 25 x 18 cm Often confused with his death mask, which recorded the emaciated face of the dying Beethoven, this "live" mask was created by sculptor Franz Klein. To complete his bust of Beethoven, Klein was authorized to take a plaster cast of the composer's face, which required that his eyes and mouth be protected and that he breathe through tubes inserted in his nose (cf. Musée Bourdelle notice). (Lot sold as is)
Timed Thursday 25 April・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 88

After Franz KLEIN, Beethoven mask in plaster, undated Dim. approx. 25 x 18 cm Often confused with his death mask, which recorded the emaciated face of the dying Beethoven, this "live" mask was created by sculptor Franz Klein. To complete his bust of Beethoven, Klein was authorized to take a plaster cast of the composer's face, which required that his eyes and mouth be protected and that he breathe through tubes inserted in his nose (cf. Musée Bourdelle notice). (Lot sold as is)

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€30
Buyer's premium
30%
After Franz KLEIN, Beethoven mask in plaster, undated Dim. approx. 25 x 18 cm Often confused with his death mask, which recorded the emaciated face of the dying Beethoven, this "live" mask was created by sculptor Franz Klein. To complete his bust of Beethoven, Klein was authorized to take a plaster cast of the composer's face, which required that his eyes and mouth be protected and that he breathe through tubes inserted in his nose (cf. Musée Bourdelle notice). (Lot sold as is)
Sale
COLLECTION BOUTET DE MONVEL PART 2: MAGAZINES, DOCUMENTATION, ARCHIVES AND HAUTE COUTURE
Thursday 25 April・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Sale location coming soon 31 Avenue Bugeaud 75116 Paris