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A Rare Early 20th Century Cold Painted Bronze Sword Merchant
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A Rare Early 20th Century Cold Painted Bronze Sword Merchant

1900 - 1920
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A Cold Painted Bronze Sword Merchant. Figural cold painted bronze sculpture of an Arab merchant holding 2 swords in one hand, his other hand stretched out to accept payment, he wears long flowing garments, a carpet draped over his shoulder along with a shoulder bag overflowing with merchandise.

In good original condition.

Circa 1900-1910

Heavy Figure

Height:- 18.5 cm / 7.25" Inches approx

Physical Dimensions
Height
18.5cm (7.28")
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Sandbanks Antiques has dated this Cold Painted Bronze Figurine to the 1900s.

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Description
A Cold Painted Bronze Sword Merchant. Figural cold painted bronze sculpture of an Arab merchant holding 2 swords in one hand, his other hand stretched out to accept payment, he wears long flowing garments, a carpet draped over his shoulder along with a shoulder bag overflowing with merchandise.

In good original condition.

Circa 1900-1910

Heavy Figure

Height:- 18.5 cm / 7.25" Inches approx

Height
18.5cm (7.28")
Date of Manufacture

Sandbanks Antiques has dated this Cold Painted Bronze Figurine to the 1900s.

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SA1132475
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2025

Specialising in antique silver, gold boxes, gold coins and objects de vertu. Rare fine-quality imperial chinese porcelain, jades, cloisonné

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A cold-painted bronze sculpture depicting a merchant in a turban and patterned robes holding a curved blade.
A Rare Early 20th Century Cold Painted Bronze Sword Merchant
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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleOrientalism
  • MaterialBronze, Polychrome Enamel
  • ColourMulti-colour
  • MotifsTurban headwear, Patterned drapery, Handheld scimitar, Facial beard
  • SizeH 18.5 cm (7 in)

This early 20th century cold painted bronze sculpture depicts an Arab sword merchant holding two curved blades in one hand while extending the other hand outward. The piece adopts an Orientalism style and stands at 18.5 cm high. The subject wears a turban, facial beard, and long flowing garments accompanied by a shoulder bag and a heavily patterned carpet draped over his shoulder. The figure exhibits a polychrome enamel finish with multi-colour painted details on the drapery alongside dark patination on the metal surfaces. Visible decorative elements include intricate patterns on the robes, fringed edges on the draped textile, and detailed facial features. The sculpture sits steadily on integrated bronze feet. This item suits placement on a bookshelf within a gentleman's library or study environment.

FAQs

Cold-painted bronzes were primarily produced in Vienna during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, featuring cast bronze figures decorated with several layers of oil paint applied without firing.

These items were cast in bronze using lost-wax or sand-casting methods, after which skilled artisans applied specialised enamel or oil paints directly onto the cold metal to achieve detailed polychrome effects.

Authentic pieces typically feature foundry stamps, crisp casting detail on hands and facial features, and natural wear to the painted surface consistent with age.

A small cold-painted bronze sculpture functions effectively as a accent piece on a dark wood bookshelf, an office desk, or positioned alongside art books on a side table.

Dust the figurine gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush, avoiding water, chemical cleaners, or friction, as moisture and solvents can strip the unfired paint layer.
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