Franz Bergmann Sculptures
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.to
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Creator: Franz Bergmann
Early 20th Century Austrian Cold-Painted Bronze "Seated Scribe" by Franz Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in London, GB
A very fine early 20th Century cold painted Austrian bronze study of an Arab man seated upon a chair writing on his sheet of papyrus paper. The bronze exhibiting excellent colour and...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Late Victorian Franz Bergmann Sculptures
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Bronze
Early 20th Century Cold-Painted Bronze "Standing Hound" by Franz Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in London, GB
A charming early 20th Century cold painted Austrian bronze study of a standing dachshund with very fine hand finished surface detail and colour, signed with the Bergman 'B' in an amp...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Franz Bergmann Sculptures
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Bronze
Arab On Camel Shooting A Lion, Viennese Bronze by Bergmann, around 1900
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Bearded Arab in traditional desert clothing with a flowing cloak and a white cloth tied around his head, his ankle-length shirt pulled up while seated and fastened with a belly band,...
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Early 1900s Austrian Other Antique Franz Bergmann Sculptures
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Bronze
Franz Xavier Bergmann, English Bulldog, Vienna Bronze Sculpture, Ca. 1900
By Franz Bergmann
Located in New York, NY
ABOUT SCULPTURE
This great Austrian Jugenstil desk-size cold-painted and patinated bronze sculpture of English bulldog has all the necessary qualities to be loved by a new owner – it absolutely life-like and has very expressive eyes.
DIMENSIONS
Height 3.25 inches
Width 2 7/16 inches
Depth 5.5 inches
MARKINGS
Noted for his detailed and colorful work, Bergman was signing his creations with either a "B" in an urn-shaped cartouche, or "Nam Greb" - for "Bergman" in reverse (these marks used to disguise his identity on the erotic works). They are also often inscribed ‘Geschutzt’, which refers to the model/design being ‘registered’ or copyrighted; or not marked at all, especially if the pieces are miniatures.
ABOUT ARTIST
Franz Xavier Bergmann...
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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Franz Bergmann Sculptures
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Bronze
Early 20th Century Cold- Painted Bronze entitled "Seated Boy" by Franz Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in London, GB
A very fine early 20th Century cold painted Austrian bronze figure of a young Arab boy dressed in full period orientalist attire seated with his head resting upon his hands in deep t...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Late Victorian Franz Bergmann Sculptures
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Bronze
Cold-painted bronze sculpture by Franz Bergmann. Austria, early 20th century.
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Cold-painted bronze sculpture by Franz Bergmann. Austria, early 20th century.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Belle Époque Franz Bergmann Sculptures
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Bronze
Early 20th Century Cold-Painted Bronze Entitled "Kangaroo" by Franz Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in London, GB
An excellent early 20th century Austrian bronze study of a standing Kangaroo with very fine hand chased surface detail and good naturalistic colour, signed with the Bergman 'B' in an Amphora vase
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Height: 15 cm
Width: 20 cm
Depth: 6 cm
Condition: Excellent Original Condition
circa: 1900
Materials: Cold Painted Bronze
Book Ref Antique Vienna Bronzes by Joseph Zobel
SKU: 8910
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Bergman Kangaroo
Franz Bergman Sculptures
Bergman is celebrated for his great attention to detail and wonderful vibrant colours, Franz Xavier Bergman (1861-1936) is, arguably, the most famous of the Viennese cold-painted bronze artists, delighting in producing Oriental...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Edwardian Franz Bergmann Sculptures
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Bronze
Old Vienna Bronze Cold-painted Figure of a small Lion, Franz Bergmann
By Franz Bergmann
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Superb Old Vienna bronze cold-painted figure of a small lion
Has an impressed maker's mark which is attributed to Franz Bergmann, Vienna (possibly the mo...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Victorian Franz Bergmann Sculptures
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Bronze
$1,110 Sale Price
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Art Déco Persian Warrior Cold-Painted Bronze Sculpture by F. Bergmann, Austria
By Franz Bergmann, Nam Greb
Located in North Miami, FL
1920s Art Déco persian warrior cold-painted bronze sculpture by Franz Bergmann, Austria
By: Franz Bergmann, Nam Greb
Material: bronze, copper, tin, metal, paint
Technique: cast, mol...
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Franz Bergmann Sculptures
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Metal, Bronze, Copper, Tin
Early 20th C Austrian Cold-Painted Entitled "Roaring Stag" by Franz Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in London, GB
Impressive large early 20th Century Austrian bronze study of a stag with outstretched neck as he is 'calling' to dominate his ground. The surface of the bronze with rich cold painted...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Franz Bergmann Sculptures
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Bronze
Early 20th Century Cold-Painted Bronze "Girl and Fruit" by Franz Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in London, GB
"Girl and Fruit" by Franz Bergman
An excellent early 20th Century cold painted bronze study of a young Arab girl sat beside her basket of fruit with excellent naturalistic colours a...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Franz Bergmann Sculptures
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Bronze
Old Vienna Cold Painted Bronze Figure of a Small Lion, Signed Franz Bergmann
By Franz Bergmann
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Superb Old Vienna cold painted bronze lion figure Signed (impressed mark) underside "Geschutzt" for Franz Bergmann
Original paint
Franz Bergman ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Franz Bergmann Sculptures
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Bronze
$1,185 Sale Price
40% Off
Franz Bergmann, Windy day C1900
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Franz Xavier Bergman Austrian (1861-1936) Bronze, signed "Nam Greb" and "B" on a vase. Height: 13½ inches Width: 7¾ inches Rare large version of "Windy Day", an erotic bronze figure ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Art Deco Franz Bergmann Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Franz Xavier Bergmann, Great Dane, Miniature Vienna Bronze Sculpture
By Franz Bergmann
Located in New York, NY
Noted for his detailed and colorful work, Bergman was signing his creations with either a "B" in an urn-shaped cartouche, or "Nam Greb" for "Bergman" in reverse (these marks used to disguise his identity on the erotic works). They are also often inscribed ‘Geschutzt’, which refers to the model/design being ‘registered’ or copyrighted; or not marked at all, especially if the pieces are miniatures, circa 1900.
Dimensions:
Height 0.88 inches (2.2 cm)
Width 0.94 inches (2.4 cm)
Depth 2.07 inches (5.2 cm)
Franz Xavier Bergmann...
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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Franz Bergmann Sculptures
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Bronze
Reclining Lady Erotic Bronze by Franz Bergmann
By Franz Bergmann
Located in New Orleans, LA
There is more to this enchanting Belle Époque figure than meets the eye. Crafted of bronze with cold-press enamel, this figure of a young woman lounging...
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19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Franz Bergmann Sculptures
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Bronze
Franz Bergmann sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Franz Bergmann sculptures 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 sculptures, although gold editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sculptures 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 sculptures by Ernst Wahliss, Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann), and Michael Powolny. Prices for Franz Bergmann sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $145 and can go as high as $40,392, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,500.