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19th Century Berlin Iron Work Statue of Goethe
About the Item
This statue cast in heavy iron is an interesting example of pieces made and knows as Berlin Ironwork. During and after the Napoleonic wars German citizens where encouraged to donate precious metals of gold and silver to the state to help fund the coast and debts caused by the war effort. It was customary to give back as token pieces made of iron a fundamental wartime commodity representing the gift made to the state. Jewelry was most commonly given to the state as gold was needed to pay for materials and supplies but table and flatware, as well as silver for display, were also important to the cause. Token gifts back to the people often took the form given such as jewelry. These rings and the like would have had patriotic slogans or references and were proudly worn by all classes. In the cases of large more elaborate donations, some larger pieces were made as token gifts. These included decorative household items, statues, commemorative plaques and table wear. These to would have had themes displayed that resonated with German pride, civic achievement, and personal sacrifice. This statue representing one of Germany’s most illustrious playwrights, authors, thinkers and a leading exponent of the classical and romantic movements would have been a natural choice as he was one of the countries most important figures. His reputation was cemented shortly after the war by several books published which made him a European international celebrity of his day. Goethe traveled extensively and was interested in classical themes and antiquity. Shown in this figure as a man dressed in current clothes but still draped in classical garb with a laurel wreath in his hand he seems to bridge the old world and the new order brought on by the war all at once. This statue is a reduction of the Goethe Monument found in Frankfurt which was erected in 1844
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- Dimensions:Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Width: 7.25 in (18.42 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
- Style:Neoclassical (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1845
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. While the surface is in remarkable condition there is some slight wear which is expected with age.
- Seller Location:Hudson, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: 14090581131167
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