782 - Alfred Ost (1884-1945): The fountain of Neptune in Mechelen, washed ink drawing on paper, dated 2 December (19)11

Alfred Ost (1884-1945): The fountain of Neptune in Mechelen, washed ink drawing on paper, dated 2 December (19)11 Work: 33,5 x 24,5 cm Frame: 50,5 x 41,5 cm This fountain can still be seen today at the Veemarkt in Mechelen. The text poster at the bottom right of the fountain with the text 'Stad Mechelen - Bericht - Al de Mechelaren willen hallen en belfort bewaren!' (City of Mechelen - Message - All Mechelen residents want to preserve the halls and belfry!) is particularly interesting, since Ost played a strong role in the public debate regarding the restoration and new appearence of the halls (see: F. Brenders & B.ML., 'Het 'stadhuis' van Mechelen. Groei, verval en restauratie', in: M&L - Monumenten, Landschappen en Archeologie, VI, n°4, 1987, p. 18). The absence of a condition report does not imply that a lot is in perfect condition. Condition reports are provided on request. They will be made available, together with additional images, on our website at www.coronariauctions.com. Condition reports are given as a service, we can not be held liable for errors in such a report. The full list of condition reports for this sale is available on the following URL: https://www.coronariauctions.com/en/condition-report/48 Further questions are always welcome at info@coronariauctions.com