Known for his sculpture of Prometheus at the Rockefeller Center skating rink, Paul Manship was a very versatile artist. This doe was on display at Christie's some months ago. I considered different viewing angles, and decided on a rear view. Information below: Paul Manship (1885-1966) 'Lying Doe' inscribed 'MUNICH BAVARIA' and stamped 'PRIESSMAN BRAUER & CO.' (beneath the base) bronze with greenish brown patina 12½ in. (31.8 cm.) high on a marble base 1¾ in. (4.5 cm.) high Cast in 1932. Price realized: $266,500 Flash |