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Art Nouveau Bronze Bust, Allegory of Summer by Hans Müller
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
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Art Nouveau Bronze Bust, Allegory of Summer by Hans Müller

1900 - 1920
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Circa 1900. Signed H. Müller on the reverse, brown patinated bronze nude bust, depicting a young woman with an elegant topknot, decorated with flowers, wheat sheaf (symbolizing the fertility of the earth, renewal, rebirth and abundance) intertwined with ribbons of leaves, on a pedestal with a mounted bronze base.

15.8 cm high.

Hans Müller (1873 Vienna - 1937 Vienna), pupil of August Kühne at the Vienna School of Arts and Crafts and later of Edmund von Hellmer at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna.

Probably best known for his portraits and sculptural busts of the famous in Viennese society. There is not too much known about Hans Muller or that has been written about this very talented Austrian artist other than the many works he has produced. Many of his sculptural pieces are on permanent display in the Simu Museum in Bucharest, Hungary. Hans Muller was a graduate of the academy of Fine Arts in Vienna. After World War I he was entrusted with the construction of the memorial pieces honoring those who gave their lives during the war.

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Height
15.8cm (6.22")
Declaration

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Art Nouveau Bronze Bust to the 1900s.

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SA1169169
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25600
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Description
Circa 1900. Signed H. Müller on the reverse, brown patinated bronze nude bust, depicting a young woman with an elegant topknot, decorated with flowers, wheat sheaf (symbolizing the fertility of the earth, renewal, rebirth and abundance) intertwined with ribbons of leaves, on a pedestal with a mounted bronze base.
fig 1. An Art Nouveau patinated bronze bust depicting a young woman adorned with ears of wheat and flowing drapery, set on a gilt base.
fig 1. Art Nouveau Bronze Bust, Allegory of Summer by Hans Müller

15.8 cm high.

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Hans Müller (1873 Vienna - 1937 Vienna), pupil of August Kühne at the Vienna School of Arts and Crafts and later of Edmund von Hellmer at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.

Probably best known for his portraits and sculptural busts of the famous in Viennese society. There is not too much known about Hans Muller or that has been written about this very talented Austrian artist other than the many works he has produced. Many of his sculptural pieces are on permanent display in the Simu Museum in Bucharest, Hungary. Hans Muller was a graduate of the academy of Fine Arts in Vienna. After World War I he was entrusted with the construction of the memorial pieces honoring those who gave their lives during the war.

Height
15.8cm (6.22")
Date of Manufacture

Kendall House Antiques Ltd. has dated this Art Nouveau Bronze Bust to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1169169
Dealers Internal Ref
25600
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
Kendall House Antiques Ltd.
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Kendall house antiques a traditional shop in the north cotswold’s market town of chipping campden.

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Archive I An Art Nouveau patinated bronze bust depicting a young woman adorned with ears of wheat and flowing drapery, set on a gilt base.

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GL55 6AG 7
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An Art Nouveau patinated bronze bust depicting a young woman adorned with ears of wheat and flowing drapery, set on a gilt base.
Art Nouveau Bronze Bust, Allegory of Summer by Hans Müller
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An Art Nouveau patinated bronze bust depicting a young woman adorned with ears of wheat and flowing drapery, set on a gilt base.
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Art Nouveau bronze sculptures are defined by sinuous lines, organic forms, and nature-inspired motifs such as flora, foliage, and stylized female figures. Popularised between 1890 and 1910, these works often represent allegorical themes or mythological subjects integrated with flowing drapery.

Most antique bronze sculptures were crafted using the lost-wax casting method (cire perdue) or sand casting. Once cast, artisans applied hand-chiseling to refine details before applying chemical patination processes to achieve specific brown, green, or dark tonal finishes.

Authentic pieces generally display crisp cold-tooling detail, cast foundry stamps, or incised artist signatures near the base. Genuine aged bronze exhibits natural patination and slight surface wear consistent with age, particularly in recessed areas and raised highlights.

A bronze bust serves as a strong focal point when placed on a mantelpiece, marble console table, or within an curated bookcase. Pairing dark patinated metal with contrasting light surfaces, natural timber, or modern minimalist joinery creates an engaging textural contrast.

Maintain patinated bronze by dusting regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or natural bristle brush. To protect the finish, apply a thin coat of clear microcrystalline wax annually and buff gently; avoid abrasive cleaners, water, or harsh chemicals that strip the original patina.
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