WMF - Figurine - Gemze / Berggeit Fritz Diller ca. 1910 - Silverplated
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Rare WMF Art Nouveau silvered bronze/gilt animal sculpture of a gemze (mountain goat) by Fritz Diller, ca. 1910, in Britannia metal with a silver overlay, about 9.1 cm high and 9.1 cm wide on a 4.1 cm base, in excellent condition.
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Rare WMF Jugendstil Silvered Sculpture of a Chamois / Alpine Ibex – Attributed to Fritz Diller – Ca. 1910
Offered is a beautiful and rare Art Nouveau / Jugendstil sculpture of a chamois (alpine ibex) on a rocky ground, crafted by the renowned German manufacturer WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) in Geislingen an der Steige.
This refined model is designed around 1906–1910 and is attributed to the well-known German Animalier sculptor Fritz Diller (1875–1945), who designed several animal sculptures for WMF during this period.
Features and Marks: The figure is cast in Britannia metal, equipped with a silver coating and finished with a atmospheric, original patina. At the edge of the base lie the authentic stamps and markings (used between ca. 1909 and 1914):
• B: Indication for Britannia metal as the base alloy.
• WMF-Founding mark (ostrich in an arc): The famous factory stamp of Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik.
• I/O: Indication for the standard thickness of the silvering (1 gram of silver per dm²).
• OX: Indication for oxidized silver, which gives the piece its characteristic antique depth.
• S (on the bottom): Internal casting or mold marking of the factory.
Dimensions:
• Height: ca. 9.1 cm (3.6 inches)
• Base: ca. 9.1 cm (3.6 inches) x 4.1 cm (1.6 inches)
Condition: In very good antique condition with light, age-related signs of use. The original oxidized silver coating is beautifully preserved and gives the animal’s fur a fantastic relief. No cracks or repairs.
Item number 1001525
Rare WMF Jugendstil Silvered Sculpture of a Chamois / Alpine Ibex – Attributed to Fritz Diller – Ca. 1910
Offered is a beautiful and rare Art Nouveau / Jugendstil sculpture of a chamois (alpine ibex) on a rocky ground, crafted by the renowned German manufacturer WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik) in Geislingen an der Steige.
This refined model is designed around 1906–1910 and is attributed to the well-known German Animalier sculptor Fritz Diller (1875–1945), who designed several animal sculptures for WMF during this period.
Features and Marks: The figure is cast in Britannia metal, equipped with a silver coating and finished with a atmospheric, original patina. At the edge of the base lie the authentic stamps and markings (used between ca. 1909 and 1914):
• B: Indication for Britannia metal as the base alloy.
• WMF-Founding mark (ostrich in an arc): The famous factory stamp of Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik.
• I/O: Indication for the standard thickness of the silvering (1 gram of silver per dm²).
• OX: Indication for oxidized silver, which gives the piece its characteristic antique depth.
• S (on the bottom): Internal casting or mold marking of the factory.
Dimensions:
• Height: ca. 9.1 cm (3.6 inches)
• Base: ca. 9.1 cm (3.6 inches) x 4.1 cm (1.6 inches)
Condition: In very good antique condition with light, age-related signs of use. The original oxidized silver coating is beautifully preserved and gives the animal’s fur a fantastic relief. No cracks or repairs.
Item number 1001525
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
WMF
Style subtype
Jugendstil
Number of objects
1
Style
Art Nouveau
Title
Gemze / Berggeit Fritz Diller ca. 1910
Country of origin
Germany
Designer/artist/maker
Fritz Diller
Material
Silverplated
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
9.1 cm
Width
9.1 cm
Depth
4.1 cm
Depiction/theme
Animals
Estimated period
1900-1910
