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Owl Woman Sculpture by Carl Kauba, Vienna, 1900s

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Wonderful work of the great Austrian sculptor born in Vienna, Carl Kauba (1865 - 1922) representing an owl perched on a log, it keeps inside a beautiful naked lady that is exposed by opening its 3 moving parts. A third and very interesting composition allows the owl's head to be placed on the lady as a mask. Without a doubt, a fascinating work of art.
  • Creator:
    Carl Kauba (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Diameter: 3.75 in (9.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Vienna Secession (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Benalmadena, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6191232393332

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