lot of three Bronze Elephant Figure by Walter Bosse, Vienna Austria
By Walter Bosse
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Lot of three Early 1950s - 1960s Austrian Walter Bosse Elephant Figurines An elegant early 1950s lot of figurines, crafted in Austria and exemplary of mid-century Austrian bronze de...
Bronze
Early 20th Century Dachshund Dog Austrian Vienna Bronze Style Figurine
Located in Nuernberg, DE
The hand-applied painted finish enhances the lifelike features and personality of the piece, making it an attractive display item for collectors of Vienna bronzes, antique animal fig...
Metal
Antique Vienna Bronze Sculpture of a Partridge by Bergman, Austria, circa 1900
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Vienna cold painted bronze Partridge antique figure Offered is a Viennese cold-painted bronze figure of a partridge dating to the early 20th century. He shows an antique patina wi...
Bronze
Large Cold Painted Vienna Style Bronze of A Pheasant with its chicks
By Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Large Cold Painted Vienna Style Bronze of A Pheasant with its chicks. The large polychromed bronze sculpture depicting a figure of a pheasant in a green pasture with six white chic...
Bronze
Three Vienna Bronzes of a Dog, Poodle and Lion
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Three Vienna bronzes Measurements are Dog W3 D1 H2.25 Poodle (sitting) W1.5 D 2 H2.25 Lion W3.35 D1 H2.25.
Antique Vienna Bronze sculpture of a cat from Bergman, Austria, ca. 1900
By Bergmann Foundry
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Antique Vienna bronze sculpture of a cat by Bergman. Stamped FB and Geschutzt. Cold painted patina. This model is illustrated in “Antique Vienna bronzes” by Joseph Zobel. Schiffer. M...
Bronze
Pair of Rare Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Bronze Figure Vases, Antique
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1910s Vienna bronze figurines with glass flower vases. Thiscold painted bronze on a wooden stand is probably something you need if you’re a Vienna bronze collector. Fou...
Bronze
Cold Painted Vienna Bronze Dish, 'Monkey Racing a Greyhound, ' circa 1900
Located in Bath, GB
This is a truly fun piece, probably originally an ashtray perhaps from a London Gentleman's club. The square shaped tray has a lovely natural patina and topped with this finely execu...
Bronze
Antique Vienna Bronze Sculpture of a Cat in Bergman Style, Austria, ca. 1900
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Vienna cold painted bronze of a Cat antique figure. Offered is a Viennese cold-painted bronze figure of a Cat dating to the early 20th century. He shows an antique patina with exp...
Bronze
Antique Franz Bergman Vienna Cold Painted Bronze Cobra Snake Statue Watch Holder
By Franz Bergmann
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Circa 1900 Austrian Vienna cold paint bronze Statue / Watch holder by the wonder that is Franz Bergman. Fully stamped to ...
Bronze
Early 20th Cent Pug Dog Austrian Vienna Bronze Miniature Figure on Marble Base
By Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann)
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1910s or older Vienna bronze figurine. This polychromed cold painted bronze is probably something you need if you’re a Vienna bronze collector. Found at an estate sale ...
Bronze
An Austrian Vienna late 19th century cold painted bronze study of a capercaillie
By Geschutzt
Located in Central England, GB
An Austrian Vienna late 19th century cold painted bronze study of a capercaillie This very realistic Austrian Vienna cold painted bronze study is a very pleasing example and is beau...
Bronze
Antique Vienna Bronze Sculpture of a Dog in Jules Moigniez Style, France, 1880
By Jules Moigniez
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
France bronze of a Dog antique figure. Offered is a bronze figure of a Dog dating circza 1880. He shows an antique patina.In the Style of Jules Moigniez.
Bronze
Figural Horse Business Card Tray Catchall Brass Bronze, Vienna, Austria, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic early 1910s Austrian business card tray or catchall. Nice addition to your room or just for your collection of Austrian art nouveau items. Found at an estate sale in Vienna, ...
Brass
Pair Antique Vienna Bronce Bears on a Crystal Rock
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Pair Antique Vienna Bronce Bears on a Crystal Rock Item e7337 A pair of beautiful gilt bronze statues of wandering bears on a crystal rock. A magnificent, realistic example of the fa...
Rock Crystal, Bronze
Antique Cold Painted Vienna French Bulldog, Bergman Style
By Bergmann Foundry
Located in Petaluma, CA
This terrier is remarkably detailed and richly hand painted. One of the nicer examples you will find. While unsigned, we believe it was done by the Bergmann Foundry. It is nice size ...
Bronze
Bronze Parrot "Ara", Austria Attributed to Franz Bergman, Beg. of 20th C.
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Rīga, LV
Large Austrian cold-painted bronze parrot "Ara", attributed to Franz Bergman, Austria, Vienna, beg. of 20th century Additional Information: Materials: Bronze, paint Vintage from...
Bronze
Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Owl Sculpture. Bergmann 1900´s
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Owl Sculpture. Bergmann 1900´s. Early 20th century, Bergmann Bronze Sculpture. An Austrian cold painted bronze model of an Owl. The body naturalisticall...
Bronze
Set of 4 Figure Horse Angel Bear by Walter Bosse, Vienna Austria
By Walter Bosse
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Set of four Early 1950s - 1960s Austrian Walter Bosse Figurines An elegant early 1950s lot of figurines, crafted in Austria and exemplary of mid-century Austrian bronze design. The ...
Bronze
Huge Cold-Painted Bronze entitled Standing Stage by Franz Bergmann. 1900´s
By Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann)
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Additional information Height: 34 cm Depth: 8.5 cm Width: 28 cm Condition: Very Good Original Condition Circa: 1900 Materials: Cold Painted Bronze Book Ref: Vienna Bronzes by Jose...
Bronze
Huge Cold-Painted Bronze Sculpture of a Pointer Dog by Franz Bergmann. 1900´s
By Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann)
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Condition: Good Original Condition Circa: 1900 Materials: Cold Painted Bronze Franz Bergman Sculptures Bergman is celebrated for his great attention to detail and wonderful vibrant ...
Bronze
Late 19th Century Vienna Bronze "Large Sparrow"
Located in Marseille, FR
Late 19th century Vienna bronze representing "Large Sparrow".
Bronze
$1,003 / set
Late 19th Vienna Bronze Series of 3 Donkeys
Located in Marseille, FR
Late 19th Vienna bronze series of 3 donkeys 4 cm high by 8 cm.
Bronze
Vienna Bronze Hare, circa 1900
By Bergmann Foundry
Located in Marseille, FR
Vienna bronze hare, circa 1900.
Bronze
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Artists working in every medium from furniture design to jewelry to painting have found inspiration in wild animals over the years. For sculptors, three-dimensional animal renderings — both realistic and symbolic — crisscross history and continents. In as early as 210 B.C., intricately detailed terracotta horses guarded early Chinese tombs, while North America’s native Inuit tribes living in the ice-covered Arctic during the 1800’s wore small animal figurines carved from walrus ivory. Indeed, animal sculpture has a long history, and beginning in the 19th century, the art form started becoming not only fashionable but artistically validated — a trend that continues today. At home, animal sculptures — polished bronze rhinos crafted in the Art Deco style or ceramic dogs of the mid-century modern era — can introduce both playfulness and drama to your decor.
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The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.