Figure - Bronze

Rare Vienna Bronze by Franz Xaver Bergmann – “Nam Greb” (Nude / Erotica, ca. 1895–1920)

For sale is an exceptional and rare Vienna bronze sculpture from the high era of Orientalism (late 19th / early 20th century, ca. 1895–1920) from the renowned foundry of Franz Xaver Bergmann.

Details & Features:

• Subject: Expressive oriental female figure (Nude/Erotica) with a prominent bulldog on a leash, standing on a intricately worked, cold-painted Oriental carpet.
• Signature: Fully stamped on the underside with the coveted Bergmann stamp (“B” in a jug) as well as the artist’s signature “Nam Greb” (Bergmann’s well-known anagram pseudonym for erotic and oriental motifs).
• Condition: Very good original state with expressive patina and authentic traces of the original cold painting.
• Dating: Created in the heyday of Viennese bronzes around the turn of the century (ca. 1895–1920).

Dimensions & Weight:

• Height: 17 cm
• Width: 16 cm
• Depth: 10 cm
• Weight: 923 g

A highly sought-after collectible for lovers of historical Viennese bronzes, Oriental motifs, erotic art and classical dog depictions.
I am selling off my collection.