Sculpture, Bronze animalier - 0 cm - Cold painted bronze - 1910

Set of 3 Vienna bronzes – Animals and figurative scene – Austria, late 19th / early 20th century

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Description

Charming set of three polychrome bronze miniatures known as bronzes of Vienna, finely crafted and hand-painted. These are Austrian pieces dating from the late 19th century or early 20th century, typical of Vienna's decorative production of that era.

Lot composition:
A miniature dog, terrier or shepherd type, in bronze with a beautiful gray patina, approximately 5 cm.
A finely modeled goat or kid with visible fur texture, approximately 4 cm in size.
An original scene: a child sitting on a crocodile, a rare and sought-after figurine, with a beautiful brown patina, approximately 9.5 cm.

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Technical details:
Origin: Austria, Vienna.
Period: around 1880–1910
Material: bronze with polychrome patina (original paint, partially worn)
Dimensions: approximately 4 to 6 cm

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State:
Good overall condition considering its age.
• Natural wear of the paint (polychromy), particularly visible on relief surfaces and photographs. Carefully examine them, as they serve as a description.