N Wilson Antiques Clocks has dated this Austrian Cold Painted Bronze to the 1900s.
The detailing to the bronze is incredible as can be seen from the photographs.
The underside of the carpet is impressed with the Bergman foundry stamp which is a capital 'B' inside in a twin handled vase.
Franz Xavier Bergman (Austrian, 1861 ~ 1936) Franz Bergman senior was born in Gablonz, Northern Bohemia where he worked as a metalwork chaser and finisher. He came to Vienna where he founded a small bronze factory in 1860. His son, Franz Xavier Bergman, opened a new foundry at the turn of the Century.
The most famous of the Viennese ‘cold painted bronze’ artists Franz Bergman is recognized for great attention to detail and wonderful vibrant colours works from the Bergman foundry are highly prized today by collectors worldwide.
The approximate dimensions are : 9 inches / 22.5 cm high x 4 3/54 inches / 12 cm wide across carpet x 6 3/4 inches / 17 cm deep across the carpet.
CONDITION: The bronze is in excellent condition as can be seen from the photographs just odd minor rub. Please study photographs carefully as they form part of the description and condition, as what you view is exactly what you will receive.
N Wilson Antiques Clocks has dated this Austrian Cold Painted Bronze to the 1900s.
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Franz Bergman Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Arab Lady Serving Tea 9 " High C1900
