Original bronze sculpture by the German sculptor Rudolf Marcuse (1878–1940), signed "Rudolf Marcuse 1902". The sculpture bears the foundry mark "AKT. GES. GLADENBECK BERLIN", identifying it as a cast from the renowned Gladenbeck Art Foundry in Berlin, one of Germany's most prestigious bronze foundries of the late 19th and early 20th century. Mounted on its original black marble base, the sculpture displays a beautiful dark patina developed over time, enhancing its authentic character and historical appeal. Dimensions: Height: 34 cm Width: 33 cm Depth: 12 cm Weight: approximately 5 kg Condition: Despite a crack to the right arm and a crack to the original marble base, the sculpture remains an attractive and highly decorative collector's piece. It is offered in its original, unrestored condition, preserving its authenticity, original patina and historical character. Age-related wear is consistent with its age. Please refer carefully to the photographs, which form an integral part of the description. An impressive early 20th-century German bronze by Rudolf Marcuse, cast by the prestigious Gladenbeck Berlin foundry, making it a desirable addition to any collection of antique bronzes or European sculpture.