Details
- Dimensions
- 4.5ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 2ʺH
- Period
- 1910s
- Country of Origin
- Austria
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Bronze
- Copper
- Paint
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Lightly used, with very light scratches, or minor cosmetic wear, but has no structural issues. Wear consistent with age and … moreLightly used, with very light scratches, or minor cosmetic wear, but has no structural issues. Wear consistent with age and use. No restorations or modifications have been made. less
- Description
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1910s Belle Époque cold-painted small bronze figurine of a pair of hounds/dogs by Franz Bergmann, Austria
By: Franz Bergmann
Material: … more 1910s Belle Époque cold-painted small bronze figurine of a pair of hounds/dogs by Franz Bergmann, Austria
By: Franz Bergmann
Material: bronze, paint, copper, metal
Technique: cast, cold-painted, painted, patinated, metalwork, molded, hand-painted
Dimensions: 4.5 in x 1.5 in x 2 in
Date: early 20th century, circa 1910
Style: Belle Époque, Jugendstil, Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau, Vienna Secession
Place of origin: Austria
This early 20th-century cold-painted bronze figurine by Franz Bergmann portrays a pair of hunting hounds in a poised and attentive stance. Known for his intricate metalwork, Bergmann's attention to detail is evident in the lifelike representation of the dogs, capturing the tension in their musculature and alert expressions. The cold-painted finish, applied by hand, brings depth and realism to the bronze surface, accentuating the naturalistic colors of the dogs' coats. Their dynamic posture suggests motion, with one dog leaning forward as if catching a scent. The smooth patina on the surface of each hound adds a layer of authenticity.
Bergmann, an Austrian sculptor celebrated for his small bronze works, often focused on animals, bringing both craftsmanship and personality into each piece. The manufacturer’s mark is on the base, confirming its authenticity and further tying it to Bergmann’s distinguished legacy in early 20th-century Viennese sculpture. less
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