Decorative bell - Austria - Viennese bronze table bell
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Late 19th/early 20th‑century bronze Wiener table bell with a finely carved monkey on a naturalistic branch, finished in cold‑lacquered bronze; dimensions 15.5 × 9.5 × 6.5 cm; origin Wien, Österreich; in good used condition with minor aging traces and flaws.
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An exceptionally charming Viennese bronze from the late 19th or early 20th century, in the form of a finely worked table bell with a sculpted monkey perched on a realistically designed branch.
INFO: Brand - “protected” - see detail photos!
The figure captivates with its lively modeling and the masterful cold-paint finish typical of Viennese bronzes. Notably, the differentiated surface treatment stands out: fine chiseling in the fur, combined with nuanced color tones in warm brown and red hues, giving the depiction remarkable depth and expressiveness.
The monkey – a classic motif of Viennese small bronzes – subtly symbolizes playfulness, curiosity, and at times also a reflection of human traits. In combination with the functional form of the table bell, it becomes an object of special appeal that elegantly unites art and everyday life.
The age-related patina as well as slight wear to the polychromy should be understood as authentic testimonies of the time and underscore the originality of this piece.
A decorative and at the same time collectible object that impressively reflects the high craftsmanship of Viennese bronze art around 1900.
Condition: Museal (see photos)!
An exceptionally charming Viennese bronze from the late 19th or early 20th century, in the form of a finely worked table bell with a sculpted monkey perched on a realistically designed branch.
INFO: Brand - “protected” - see detail photos!
The figure captivates with its lively modeling and the masterful cold-paint finish typical of Viennese bronzes. Notably, the differentiated surface treatment stands out: fine chiseling in the fur, combined with nuanced color tones in warm brown and red hues, giving the depiction remarkable depth and expressiveness.
The monkey – a classic motif of Viennese small bronzes – subtly symbolizes playfulness, curiosity, and at times also a reflection of human traits. In combination with the functional form of the table bell, it becomes an object of special appeal that elegantly unites art and everyday life.
The age-related patina as well as slight wear to the polychromy should be understood as authentic testimonies of the time and underscore the originality of this piece.
A decorative and at the same time collectible object that impressively reflects the high craftsmanship of Viennese bronze art around 1900.
Condition: Museal (see photos)!
Details
Era
1400-1900
Bronze type
Cold painted bronze
Specific region of origin
Wien
Title additional information
Viennese bronze table bell
Number of objects
1
Material
Bronze
Country of origin
Austria
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
15.5 cm
Width
9.5 cm
Depth
6.5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
