Handsome abstract metal goat sculpturewith an art deco look which was produced by Fred Press in the 1950'sor 60's. Fred Press (1919-2012) studied and later taught at theVesper George School of Art in Boston. In the 1950's he moved toNYC and was, for the next three decades chief designer and executiveVice President of Rubel and Company. He is said to haverevolutionized the giftware industry on New York’s Fifth Avenue.The Museum of Modern Art, NY awarded him a Good Design award for his...numerous multi-media products.This lovely sea goat sculpture is partof his Zodiac or astrology series. I have seen this sculptureidentified as bronze but I think it is metal with an attractivegreenish bronze patina. Great addition to a collection!SIZE: 8” (20cm) tallCONDITION: Excellent! The felt bottomhas been removed and there are some spots on the flat plane abovethe word CAPRICORN. I did not attempt any cleaning. SEE PHOTOSMARKS: FRED PRESSSHIPPING: heavy piece. Airmailshipping within the USA will cost $24. Canada will vary withdistance. Other countries please inquire as to shipping cost.Please take a look at my other Auctions!Please feel free to ask any questions prior to the end of the auction, including questions concerning shipping cost or payment methods. Due to eBay's new policy I can only state I accept Paypal. This auction carries a Money Back GUARANTEE if the item is not in the condition stated or otherwise incorrect in its listing. Please note that photographs are part of the description. I am an honest and conscientious seller and I inspect all my items thoroughly for damage. Check my Feedback and Bid with confidence! Whenever possible, multiple wins are happily combined to lower your postage. I provide professional packing with bubblewrap, packing peanuts and styrofoam. Winning bidder pays item plus shipping and handling costs. I ship using the best and most economical choice for your purchase. At the end of the auction I will calculate your total including shipping and then email you with your payment options and instructions. Please note I am located in Canada and cannot use US shipping options. I ship via Canadapost which, unfortunately, has rates much higher and less options than those of the US Post Office. Please do not mark down my shipping star because of the high cost of shipping from Canada. -- the cost of postage is beyond my control..Appropriate feedback will be left at the conclusion of the transaction when I hear that your item has been received. In the unlikely event of a problem please contact me before leaving Feedback. I endeavor to ship within a day or two after payment but Please note I cannot be responsible for the time it takes a parcel to reach you once it is posted. Nor can I be responsible for any Customs delays or charges that may be imposed on your purchases. Thanks for your interest and I hope your Ebay experience with me is SIMPLYZEEBEST!