Eric Berg (American, 1945-2020) "Philbert the Pig" scale model, dated 1998 bronze 4 inches high, 4-1/4 inches long, 2-1/2 inches wide
Made of very smooth, lightly tarnished bronze, the pig is seated on its rear haunches with front legs straight and head raised at the sky, ears spread wide. The pig is mounted on a small, rectangular bronze plinth about 1/4" thick. The item weighs just under three pounds. At the rear of the plinth, just behind the pig's right hindquarters, there's a signature: © FB (or EB) 98
The plinth on which the pig is mounted is 4 1/4" long and 2 1/2" wide. The snout--the highest part of the pig--is 4 inches high.
Inherited
Yes
Hi Adam,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
Eric Berg (American, 1945-2020)
"Philbert the Pig" scale model, dated 1998
bronze
4 inches high, 4-1/4 inches long, 2-1/2 inches wide
weight: nearly 3 pounds
CONDITION: This appears to be in good condition
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$ 1,500-2,500*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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~ Delia
Adam,
I received your message from customer support and have updated this appraisal accordingly.
Delia