A GROUP OF TWO BEETHOVEN PLASTER LIFE MASK REPLICAS, 20TH CENTURY, each realistically modeled and one waxed with light fawn colored tinting, verso flat back centering an integral steel suspension loop above incised inscription, "COPY FROM / LIFE MASK / OF BEETHOVEN / BY FRANZ KLEIN / 1812," height: 9 3/4", width: 7"; together with another modern similarly cast Beethoven life mask in natural white plaster with red paint drippings and small gray spots splattered throughout, verso hollowed interior beneath an integral suspension loop, height: 8 1/2", width: 7".   Provenance: Estate of David E. Brauer, Houston, Texas.

Each in good condition with normal surface buildup, dust, some tiny surface nicks scattered about but overall in good shape. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.