Franz Bergmann
Austrian, 1838-1894
There were many bronze foundries operating in Vienna in this period, but it was Bergman’s which became the most celebrated, working with a number of celebrated Viennese sculptors at the turn of the 20th Century, such as Bruno Zach, to produce designs for his famous bronze figures.
Bergman bronzes are especially famous for having utilised a technique for decorating the bronzes called cold painting. Cold painting as a technique developed in Vienna in the late 19th Century, and involved the application of several layers of paint added to the bronze after firing. It was used to make fashionable collectors’ items.
Bergman figures came in three main forms: animal figures, Orientalist sculptures, and erotic figures in the Art Nouveau style. His animal figures were often whimsical and humorous, and often satirical. They have become highly sought-after collectors’ items today.
Bergman’s Orientalist sculptures are equally highly sought-after. He was producing these figures at a time when interest in the exotic lands of the Middle East and North Africa was at its peak among Europe’s artists and buyers.| Average Sold Price |
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Franz Bergman Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Orientalist Merchant
By Franz Bergmann
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Franz Bergman Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Merchant
This Franz Bergman Austrian cold-painted bronze sculpture is a stunning example of early 20th-century Viennese craftsmanship, known for its intricate detail, vibrant colors, and storytelling compositions. Standing 7 inches high, 5.5 inches wide, and 3.75 inches deep, this finely cast bronze piece portrays a Middle Eastern or North African street vendor, captured in a moment of animated movement as he prepares or serves food. Expertly cold-painted in rich hues, the scene is set on a detailed rug base, adorned with traditional geometric patterns, adding depth and authenticity to the composition. The vendor stands over a small ornate table...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Moorish Franz Bergmann
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Bronze
AUSTRIA 1915 Bergman Style Viennese Art Deco Desk-Striker In Enameled Bronze
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco desk striker made in Austria, attributed to Franz Xaver Bergman.
This is a gorgeous original early Art Deco sculptural desk-striker lighter, depicting two Arabian mooris...
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1910s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Franz Bergmann
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Bronze, Enamel, Spelter
H 6.1 in W 3.5 in D 7.5 in
Painted Bronze Sculpture of Woman Holding a Palm Leaf by Franz Bergmann, Austria
By Franz Bergmann, Nam Greb
Located in North Miami, FL
Jugendstil cold-painted bronze sculpture of a woman holding a palm leaf by Franz Bergmann, Austria
By: Franz Bergmann, Nam Greb
Material: bronze, copper, tin, metal, paint
Technique...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Franz Bergmann
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Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin
H 11.5 in W 6 in D 2.5 in
Austrian Bronze Sculpture by Franz Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cold painted Austrian bronze sculpture by Franz Bergman depicting a carpet trader.
The piece shows great attention to detail and craftsm...
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1950s Austrian Moorish Vintage Franz Bergmann
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Bronze
Cold Painted Vienna Bronze Orientalist Man Praying on Persian Rug, by Bergmann
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Petaluma, CA
This very detailed Vienna bronze was made by the premier foundry of this genre, Franz Bergmann, and does bear his seal on the underside of the rug. The man praying is delicately pai...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Other Franz Bergmann
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Bronze
H 5.5 in W 5.25 in D 5.75 in
Franz Bergmann Vienna Cold Painted Bronze Figure of Snake Charmer
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Forney, TX
A highly coveted Franz Bergmann Vienna Cold Painted Bronze Figure of an Arab Snake Charmer on an alluring carpet of alluring colors and patt...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Franz Bergmann
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Bronze
Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Bedouin Maiden & Attendant at Well, Franz Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Bedouin Maiden & Attendant at Well, Fully Signed Franz Xavier Bergman (Austrian, 1861 ~ 1936)
This exquisite Austrian cold-painted bronze sculpture by F...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Franz Bergmann
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Bronze
H 16 in W 12 in D 7 in
Wonderful Franz Bergman Cold Painted Austrian Bronze Large Pheasant Sculpture
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful Franz Bergman Cold Painted Austrian Bronze Large Pheasant Sculpture
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20th Century Austrian Franz Bergmann
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Franz Bergmann furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Franz Bergmann furniture, although gold editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Franz Bergmann were created in the Art Nouveau style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Ernst Wahliss, Loetz Glass, and Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann). Prices for Franz Bergmann furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $145 and can go as high as $55,743, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,471.